Gunpowder Definition & Meaning
gunpowder
- noun
- a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a
- 10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks
"Gunpowder" in song lyrics
See how gunpowder is used in real songs:
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"But to your speakers you're sparking some gunpowder"
The D.O.C. — The D.O.C. and the Doctor -
"And tell 'em you can make limestone from gunpowder"
Insane Clown Posse — How Many Times? -
"Then ten cowboys layed out smellin' like gunpowder"
Kam — Wardance
Words that rhyme with gunpowder
Usage tips for "gunpowder"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does gunpowder mean?
- a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks
- What part of speech is gunpowder?
- Gunpowder is a noun.
- How many definitions does gunpowder have?
- Gunpowder has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).