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powder boy

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Word History and Origins

Origin of powder boy1

First recorded in 1795–1805
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Example Sentences

When the order had been given to strip for action a powder boy lost his coat overboard.

Midshipman Farragut acted as captains aid, quarter-gunner, powder-boy, and anything that was required of him.

Powder-boy, bring two eight-inch canister as soon as possible.

The Powder-boy returns the spare powder and the passing-boxes to the magazine.

The watchers upon the Cygnet, from Captain to least powder-boy, drew quick breath.

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