powder

• 指由固体物质经研磨、粉碎或干燥后形成的细小干燥颗粒状物质。也泛指呈粉末状的物品，如化妆用的粉、药粉等。

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.

   粉末

   • 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.

   同义词dustflourmeal

2. Cosmetic powderA2informal

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

   粉

   • 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.

   同义词face powder

3. GunpowderB2formaltechnical

   An explosive substance used in firearms and fireworks.

   火药

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

   同义词gunpowder

• 动词，指把某物变成粉末或细尘，也指在表面撒或覆盖粉末。

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.

   涂粉

   • 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.

   同义词dredgedustpuffsprinkletalc

2. Reduce to powderB2formal

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

   磨成粉

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

   同义词comminutecrushgranulategrindmillpound

   反义词coagulatecompresscongealsolidify