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powder

nounverb /paʊdər/ 2 syllables 6 letters Scrabble 12 WWF 13
Definitions
noun

a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks

verb

make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust

noun

a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized

noun

any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder

verb

apply powder to

“She powdered her nose”

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