Middle English

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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From Old French poudrer, from poudre; equivalent to poudre +‎ -en (infinitival suffix).

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈpuːd(ə)rən/, /ˈpuːð(ə)rən/

Verb

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poudren

  1. To powder; to turn into powder, usually by grinding.
  2. To preserve or ferment food; to add powder to food as to make it last.
  3. To place things (often decorative) on a surface; to spangle.
  4. (rare) To spread powder on to something; to douse something in powder
  5. (rare) To add spices or seasonings to a dish or meal.
  6. (rare) To make indentations on something.

Conjugation

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Descendants

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  • English: powder
  • Scots: pouder, pouther

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