English dictionary

primer

/'pr/aI/m/@/r/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

adjective

an introductory textbook

noun.communication

Source: WordNet 3.0
any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant

noun.artifact

Synonyms fuse fusee fuze fuzee priming

Source: WordNet 3.0
the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface

noun.artifact

Synonyms flat coat ground primer coat priming priming coat undercoat

Source: WordNet 3.0
One who, or that which, primes

noun

Source: webster1913
Originally, a small prayer book for church service, containing the little office of the Virgin Mary; also, a work of elementary religious instruction.

noun

Source: webster1913