baby powder

noun

: a fine powder composed mainly of talc or cornstarch that is sprinkled or rubbed on the skin especially to absorb moisture and relieve chafing

Examples of baby powder in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Innovative Medicine and MedTech are the heart of J & J following the 2023 separation of its consumer-health division, which sold products including Band-Aid, Tylenol, Neutrogena and its namesake baby powder. — Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 14 July 2026

To relieve heat rash, remove the sticky outfit and dress them in loose cotton clothes (or simply a diaper), and apply cornstarch baby powder to the affected areas. — Nancy Mattia, Parents, 8 July 2026

Thoroughly coat the inside of the bucket with baby powder. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 17 June 2026

Carpenter notes that talcum powder (baby powder) has a similar effect to diatomaceous earth, and can be used in the same way. — Rabekah Henderson, The Spruce, 5 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for baby powder

• chowder
• crowder
• louder
• prouder
• gunpowder

Kids Definition

baby powder

noun

: a fine powder composed mainly of talc or cornstarch that is sprinkled or rubbed on the skin especially to absorb moisture and relieve chafing