n.
1.a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles
2.a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks
3.any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a powder powder v.
1.apply powder to
2.make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust
Idiom of the Day
blow the whistle (on someone)
to report someone's wrongdoing to the police or other authorities
The employee blew the whistle on the illegal practices of the company.