Powderier: meaning, definitions and examples
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powderier
[ ˈpaʊdəəriə ]
texture comparison
The term 'powderier' refers to something that possesses a more powdery texture compared to another item. It suggests a fine, dry, and often crumbly consistency that is light and airy. This term is commonly used in cooking, cosmetics, and materials science.
Synonyms
dustier, finer, fluffier, lighter.
Examples of usage
- This flour is much powderier than the other brands.
- The makeup gives a powderier finish, which is more suitable for oily skin.
- After blending, the mixture became even more powderier than before.
Translations
Translations of the word "powderier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais em pó
🇮🇳 ज्यादा पाउडरयुक्त
🇩🇪 pulvriger
🇮🇩 lebih berbentuk serbuk
🇺🇦 більш порошкоподібний
🇵🇱 bardziej proszkowy
🇯🇵 より粉っぽい
🇫🇷 plus poudreux
🇪🇸 más en polvo
🇹🇷 daha toz haline gelmiş
🇰🇷 더 가루 같은
🇸🇦 أكثر مسحوقية
🇨🇿 více práškovitý
🇸🇰 viac práškový
🇨🇳 更粉状的
🇸🇮 bol praškast
🇮🇸 meira duftandi
🇰🇿 көп ұнтақталған
🇬🇪 მეტი ფხვნილოვანი
🇦🇿 daha tozlu
🇲🇽 más en polvo
Etymology
The word 'powdery' originates from the noun 'powder', which derives from the Middle English 'poudire' and Old French 'poudrier'. The Old French term itself comes from the Latin 'pulvis', meaning 'dust' or 'powder'. The suffix '-ier' is a common English suffix used to form comparatives. Thus, 'powderier' essentially denotes something that is more akin to powder than another object. Historically, powdered substances have been used since ancient civilizations for a variety of purposes, including cooking, cosmetics, and medicinal uses. Over time, the concept of something being 'powdery' has evolved in various industries, often associated with quality and texture. The comparative form allows for flexible descriptions in everyday language.