The Clue
Take a ___ (scram) (6 letter answer)
The Answer
POWDER
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Notes
The answer POWDER is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2400 puzzles.
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Definition
POWDER as a noun:
1. (powder, pulverization, pulverisation) = a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized
2. (gunpowder, powder) = a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks
3. any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder
POWDER as a verb:
1. apply powder to; "She powdered her nose"; "The King wears a powdered wig"
2. (powderize, powderise, powder, pulverize, pulverise) = make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust; "pulverize the grains"