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n a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized n a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks n a…

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  1. n a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized n a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks n any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder v make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust v apply powder to