Powder Definition & Meaning

powder
noun
  1. a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized
  2. a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a
  3. 10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks
  4. any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder
verb
  1. make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust; "pulverize the grains"
  2. apply powder to; "She powdered her nose"; "The King wears a powdered wig"

"Powder" in song lyrics

See how powder is used in real songs:

  • "I don't use Massengil, I use my own kinda douche powder"
    The New 2 Live Crew — You Go Girl
  • "Ya'll must be blowing that sour, or sniffing that powder"
    9th Prince f/ Shyheim, William Cooper — Sour Diesel
  • "Well, you know, Above the Law is kind of down with the powder"
    Above the Law f/ Kokane — One Time Two Many

Usage tips for "powder"

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