powderize

/ˈpaʊdəraɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to reduce (something) to a powder

“The old mortar was used to powderize the limestone rocks.”

2. verb

to coat or sprinkle with powder

“The artist used a brush to powderize the model’s face with powder.”

3. noun

the act of powderizing

“The process of powderizing the rocks took several days.”

Synonyms

  • grind
  • powder

Antonyms

  • enlarge
  • increase