powder

• Substance solide réduite en fines particules sèches, obtenue par broyage, concassage ou dessiccation d'un matériau.

A noun referring to a substance in the form of fine, dry particles, produced by grinding, crushing, or drying a solid material.

1. Fine dry particlesA2formal

   A substance consisting of fine, loose, dry particles, often used in cooking, cosmetics, or industry.

   poudre

   • She added a spoonful of baking powder to the mixture.
   • The baby's skin was covered in talcum powder.
   • The chemist ground the substance into a fine powder.

   Synonymesdustflourmeal

2. Cosmetic powderA2informal

   A cosmetic product applied to the face to reduce shine or set makeup.

   poudre cosmétique

   • She applied a light dusting of powder to her nose.
   • He uses a translucent powder to keep his skin matte.
   • The makeup artist recommended a loose powder for a natural look.

   Synonymesface powder

3. GunpowderB2formaltechnical

   An explosive substance used in firearms and fireworks.

   poudre à canon

   • The soldiers stored the powder in a secure magazine.
   • Gunpowder was a revolutionary invention in warfare.
   • The fireworks factory handled large quantities of powder.

   Synonymesgunpowder

• Verbe signifiant réduire quelque chose en poudre ou en poussière, ou saupoudrer/couvrir de poudre.

A verb meaning to reduce something to a powder or dust, or to sprinkle or cover with powder.

1. Apply powderB1formal

   To apply a dry, fine substance (such as cosmetic powder or talcum) to a surface, typically the skin.

   poudrer

   • She powdered her face before going out.
   • The nurse powdered the baby's skin after the bath.
   • He powdered his hands to improve his grip on the barbell.

   Synonymesdredgedustpuffsprinkletalc

2. Reduce to powderB2formal

   To crush or grind something into a fine, dust-like substance.

   Réduire en poudre

   • The machine powders the grains into flour.
   • They powdered the dried herbs for medicinal use.
   • The mortar and pestle are used to powder spices.

   Synonymescomminutecrushgranulategrindmillpound

   Antonymescoagulatecompresscongealsolidify