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    Pólvora (en. Gunpowder)

    /ˈpolβoɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A chemical substance that explodes or produces gas when burned.
    Gunpowder is used in rockets and fireworks.
    La pólvora se usa en cohetes y fuegos artificiales.
    A set of chemicals that allows for an explosion.
    The engineer explained how black powder is composed.
    El ingeniero explicó cómo se compone la pólvora negra.
    A metaphor used to refer to something explosive or intense.
    His temperament is like gunpowder; he explodes easily.
    Su temperamento es como pólvora, estalla fácilmente.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pulvis', which means dust.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be on the verge of exploding
    To be in a tense or explosive situation.
    estar a punto de pólvora
    to have gunpowder in the air
    To reflect a dangerous or promising situation.
    haber pólvora en el aire

    Related Words

    artillery
    Military body that uses firearms.
    artillería
    fireworks
    Pyrotechnic device that explodes in a controlled manner to create visual effects.
    fuego artificial
    ammunition
    A set of projectiles and explosives used in firearms.
    munición

    Slang Meanings

    To refer to someone who is explosive in character.
    That guy is gunpowder; you can't argue with him.
    Ese chico es pólvora, no puedes discutir con él.
    Descriptions of a very lively and energetic party.
    Last night's party was full of gunpowder.
    La fiesta de anoche estaba llena de pólvora.