powders

Noun

powders noun

1. The fine particles which are the result of reducing dry substance by pounding, grinding, or triturating, or the result of decay; dust.
2. A mixture of fine dry, sweet-smelling particles applied to the face or other body parts, to reduce shine or to alleviate chaffing.
3. An explosive mixture used in gunnery, blasting, etc.; gunpowder.

powders noun

1. A very pale blue colour.

powders noun

1. Freshly fallen, uncompacted snow, especially in the context of Alpine skiing“Expert skiers love skiing on powder snow.”

Verb

powders verb

1. To reduce to fine particles; to pound, grind, or rub into a powder.
2. To sprinkle with powder, or as if with powder.“to powder one's hair”
3. To use powder on the hair or skin.
4. To turn into powder; to become powdery.