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English word origin

Etymology of pow

Onomatopoeic.

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗
intj

The sound of a violent impact, such as a punch. · The sound of an explosion or gunshot.

noun

The sound of a violent impact. · The sound of an explosion.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Onomatopoeic.

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Source etymology 2

Original entry ↗
noun

Alternative form of poll. · Clipping of powder (“powder snow”).

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Variant forms.

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