Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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black powder | Yes | No | No | No |
powder | Yes | No | Yes | No |
black powder (noun) | powder (noun) |
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a simple form of gunpowder, consisting of a mixture of saltpeter, charcoal, and sulfur; invented in the 9th century in China. | any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder |
a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized | |
a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks |
black powder (verb) | powder (verb) |
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apply powder to | |
make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust |