noun
the act of making something ready
noun
any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant
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noun
the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface
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verb
insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing
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- prime a cannon
- prime a mine
verb
cover with a primer
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- apply a primer to
verb
fill with priming liquid
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- prime a car engine
verb
assume a prim appearance
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- They mince and prim
verb
contract one's lips
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- She primmed her lips after every bite of food
verb
dress primly
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