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pulverulent

/ˌpʌlvəˈrʌlənt/ adjective · British & US
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What does pulverulent mean?

adjective

Powdery or dusty; covered with a fine powder; having a powdery or dusty texture.

Example

"The pulverulent dust from the construction site was a nuisance to the nearby residents."

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