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Smokeless powder   /smˈoʊkləs pˈaʊdər/   Listen
Smokeless powder

noun
1.
An explosive (trade name Ballistite) that burns with relatively little smoke; contains pyrocellulose and is used as a propellant.  Synonym: Ballistite.






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"Smokeless powder" Quotes from Famous Books



... of smokeless powder," explained Tom. "It throws off a slight vapor when it is ignited, but not much. I guess it's safe to go out now. ...
— Tom Swift and his Giant Cannon - or, The Longest Shots on Record • Victor Appleton



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