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Baking Powder

Noun:

A leavening agent used in baking that consists of a mixture of baking soda, an acidifying agent (such as cream of tartar), and a moisture-absorbing agent (such as cornstarch).

Example sentence:

I ran out of baking powder, so I couldn't make the cake rise properly.

Verb (Present Participle):

Used as a verb, baking powder refers to the act of using this leavening agent in a recipe.

Example sentence:

I am baking powdering the cookies to ensure they rise evenly in the oven.

Adjective:

Describing something as "baking powder" implies a light and fluffy texture, similar to the result achieved when using baking powder in baking.

Example sentence:

The pancakes were so baking powder that they practically melted in my mouth.

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