Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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powder | Yes | No | Yes | No |
talc | Yes | No | Yes | No |
powder (noun) | talc (noun) |
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any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder | a fine grained mineral having a soft soapy feel and consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate; used in a variety of products including talcum 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 |
powder (verb) | talc (verb) |
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apply powder to | apply talcum powder to (one's body) |
make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust |