gunpowder

• Sustancia explosiva en polvo, generalmente una mezcla de salitre, azufre y carbón vegetal, usada en armas de fuego y fuegos artificiales.

A noun referring to an explosive mixture of substances, typically saltpeter, sulfur, and charcoal, used in firearms and fireworks.

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1. Explosive substanceB2formalscientific

   A chemical mixture used as a propellant in firearms and explosives, typically composed of sulfur, charcoal, and saltpeter.

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   • The invention of gunpowder revolutionized warfare in ancient China.
   • Gunpowder must be stored in a cool, dry place to prevent accidental ignition.
   • The old cannon was loaded with gunpowder and a heavy iron ball.