Synonyms for powder

noun

• a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks
• a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized
• any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder

verb

• make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust
• apply powder to