itching powder

Novelty shop irritant

Itching powder is a novelty substance, typically made from fine plant fibers or chemicals, that causes intense itching when applied to skin or clothing.

A classic prank item sold in joke shops: Someone put itching powder in his gym shorts.

prank

gag

Mouth restraint or jest

joy buzzer · fake vomit · hand buzzer · trick · joke shop · practical joke · victim · unsuspecting · collar · shake hands

physical

tingling

Slight stinging sensation

swelling · inflammation · irritation · scratching · pruritus · rash · hives · dermatitis · eczema · urticaria

annoyance

irritation

Mild anger or inflammation

exasperation · vexation · frustration · torment · discomfort · distraction · pestering · harassment · unpleasant · maddening

mischief

shenanigans

Mischievous or deceitful behavior

devilry · naughtiness · high jinks · prankster · troublemaker · rascal · misbehavior · roguery · hijinks · childish

Categories
Opposites
skin sensation effect

itching powdercalamine lotion

Topical anti-itch treatment

anti-itch cream · healing balm · hydrocortisone cream · moisturizer · aloe vera

intent/purpose

itching powdermedicine

Curative substance or practice

remedy · analgesic · palliative · healing ointment · healing balm

Family

itch, powder, itching, itchy, powdery, itched, itches, itchiness

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G