gunpowder; explosive powder
Refers to explosive powders used in firearms, fireworks, and blasting. In everyday contexts, it often specifically means gunpowder.
The smell of gunpowder still lingers.
This factory produces explosive powder.
They packed gunpowder into the fireworks tube.
An accident occurred at the factory in which gunpowder exploded.
The flame traveled along the fuse and ignited the gunpowder.
Jobs that involve handling explosives require a special license.
explosive mixture