powder burn1
/ˈpaʊdə bəːn/noun
A burn caused by the hot gases generated by the burning of gunpowder or the like when a gun is discharged.
Origin
Mid 19th century. From powder + burn. Compare earlier powder-burn.
powder-burn2
/ˈpaʊdəbəːn/verb
[with object] To inflict a powder burn upon.
Origin
Late 18th century. From powder + burn. Compare later powder burn.
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