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the fine, dustlike mass of grains that are produced in the anthers or microspore sacs of seed plants, containing the male sexual cells (gametophytes) of the plant; pollen.
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any dry substance in the form of very fine, dustlike particles, produced by crushing, grinding, etc.
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a kind of cosmetic powder used after bathing.
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sandal powder.
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an eclipse of the sun or moon.
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good reputation; fame; renown.
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freedom or release from slavery, imprisonment, captivity or any other form of arbitrary control; liberty.