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powder

[pou-der] / ˈpaʊ dər /
NOUN
fine, loose grains made by crushing a solid
Synonyms
STRONGEST
crumb dust
STRONG
film grain grit meal particle pounce seed talc
WEAK
pulverulence
Antonyms
WEAK
solid
VERB
crush into fine grains; sprinkle fine grains
Synonyms
STRONGEST
grate
STRONG
abrade bray comminute cover crumble crunch dredge dust file flour granulate grind pestle pound pulverize rasp reduce scatter scrape smash strew
WEAK
triturate
Antonyms
STRONG
build
WEAK
solidify

Example Sentences

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The 81-year-old said it was hard to avoid the "dust, sand and white powder, it was everywhere".

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Not since snowmaking was invented in the 1950s has there been an innovation that could affect how ski resorts get the powder they need to thrive.

From Slate • Apr. 11, 2026

Then, following Samin Nosrat’s lead, I gave them time: an overnight dry brine of salt, brown sugar, paprika, and a little fennel powder, the surface quietly transforming while you sleep.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026

I always get the Andante, a cold brew with maple syrup, salted sweet cream foam, cacao powder and pink salt.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

“I can take care of the powder room.”

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham

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