gunpowder

See also: gun powder

English

Etymology

gun +‎ powder

Pronunciation
  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈɡʌnˌpaʊdə/
  • (US) IPA(key): /ˈɡʌnˌpaʊdəɹ/

Noun

gunpowder (countable and uncountable, plural gunpowders)

  1. An explosive mixture of saltpetre (potassium nitrate), charcoal and sulphur; formerly used in gunnery but now mostly used in fireworks.
  2. Short for gunpowder tea.

Usage notes
  • Gunpowders refers to multiple formulations for the uncountable gunpowder.

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