Meaning of the word powder in English

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powder

US /ˈpaʊ.dɚ/

UK /ˈpaʊ.dɚ/

a dry, finely ground substance, typically produced by crushing, grinding, or disintegrating a solid substance

Example:

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The baker dusted the cake with a fine layer of powder.

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She used a special powder to clean the silver.

Synonym:

dust granules particles

cosmetic powder for the face

Example:

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She applied face powder to reduce shine.

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Her compact contained a mirror and pressed powder.

Synonym:

face powder makeup powder

to apply powder to something or someone

Example:

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She carefully powdered her nose before the meeting.

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The chef powdered the donuts with confectioners' sugar.

Synonym:

dust sprinkle coat

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