toilet powder
Definition
Noun A fine, scented powder intended to be applied to the skin, typically after bathing, to absorb moisture, provide a pleasant fragrance, and create a smooth feel.
Usage
"Toilet powder" is a somewhat dated term for a personal care product. It is used as a singular, countable noun. * Apply toilet powder to keep your skin dry and fresh. * She preferred a lavender-scented toilet powder.
Examples
- The antique vanity set included a beautiful porcelain box for toilet powder.
- After her shower, she dusted herself with toilet powder.
- Toilet powder was more commonly used before the widespread popularity of liquid body lotions.
Advanced Usage
The term "toilet powder" belongs to the historical lexicon of personal grooming, often associated with dressing tables and elaborate bathing rituals of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Variants and Related Words
- Talcum Powder / Talc: The most common modern equivalent. "Talc" refers to the mineral, while "talcum powder" is the finished product.
- Body Powder: A more contemporary and general term.
- Dusting Powder: A synonym often used in cosmetic branding.
Synonyms
- Talcum powder
- Body powder
- Dusting powder
Antonyms
- Body oil
- Lotion
- Cream
Noun
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a fine powder for spreading on the body (as after bathing)
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