toilet-powder

A woman applies toilet-powder after her bath.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Cosmetic powder for the body: "toilet-powder" refers to a fine, scented powder used on the skin after bathing or washing, primarily for absorbing moisture, reducing friction, or imparting a pleasant fragrance.

Usage Examples

• (A cosmetic powder used for moisture absorption.)
• (A fragrant powder for personal grooming.)

Advanced Usage

• "toilet-powder" as a historical term: In older contexts, "toilet-powder" may refer to any powder used in one's personal grooming routine, not limited to modern talcum powders.
  • The lady's maid prepared the toilet-powder for her mistress's evening toilette. (A powder used during the grooming process.)

Variants and Related Words

• Toilet (n): a bathroom or the act of washing and dressing oneself.
  • She spent an hour at her toilet, preparing for the ball. (The process of grooming.)
• Powder (n): a fine, dry substance composed of tiny particles, often used in cosmetics.
  • The baby's skin was dusted with powder to prevent chafing. (A general powdered substance.)
• Toilet-water (n): a light perfume or cologne, often used after bathing.
  • He splashed on some toilet-water before leaving the house. (A scented grooming product.)

Synonyms

• Talcum powder: a specific type of toilet-powder made from talc.
• Body powder: a general term for powder applied to the body.
• Dusting powder: a fine powder used for absorbing moisture or scenting the skin.

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