pulverise
1. [ verb ] (food) apply powder to
Synonyms: powderize pulverize powderise powder
Examples:

"She powdered her nose" "The King wears a powdered wig"

Related terms: disintegrate grind make_up talc powderize powder
2. [ verb ] destroy completely
Synonyms: demolish pulverize
Examples:

"the wrecking ball demolished the building" "demolish your enemies" "pulverize the rebellion before it gets out of hand"

Related terms: destroy pulverization demolition razing
3. [ verb ] make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust
Synonyms: pulverize powder powderise powderize
Examples:

"pulverize the grains"

Related terms: disintegrate powder powder grind
Similar spelling:   pulverised
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