| 释义 |
Noun: powder pawdu(r)- A solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized
- pulverization, pulverisation [Brit] - A mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulphur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks
- gunpowder - Any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder
Verb: powder pawdu(r)- Make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust
- powderize, powderise [Brit], pulverize, pulverise [Brit] - Apply powder to
"She powdered her nose"; "The King wears a powdered wig"
Derived forms: powders, powdered, powdering See also: powderer, powdery Type of: disintegrate, explosive, make up, medicament, medication, medicinal drug, medicine, solid, toilet articles, toiletry Encyclopedia: Powder |