powder
noun
/ˈpaʊ.də(ɹ)/
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- The fine particles which are the result of reducing a dry substance by pounding, grinding, or triturating, or the result of decay; dust.
- (cosmetics) A mixture of fine dry, sweet-smelling particles applied to the face or other body parts, to reduce shine or to alleviate chaffing.
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poudre
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powder
verb
/ˈpaʊ.də(ɹ)/
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- (transitive) To sprinkle with powder, or as if with powder.
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saupoudrer,
poudrer,
pulvériser
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- (transitive) To reduce to fine particles; to pound, grind, or rub into a powder.
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pulvériser,
réduire en poudre,
se pulvériser,
se réduire en poudre
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- (intransitive) To use powder on the hair or skin.
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se poudrer,
se repoudrer
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powdered
adjective
/ˈpaʊdəd/
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/ˈpaʊdɚd/
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- which has been made into a powder
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en poudre
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- which has been covered with powder (typically referring to makeup)
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saupoudré
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