PRIMING
Scrabble letter values: P3R1I1M3I1N1G2 = 12
Definition
- noun the act of making something ready.
- noun any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant. — synonyms: fuse, fuze, fusee, fuzee, primer
- noun the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface. — synonyms: flat_coat, ground, primer, primer_coat, priming_coat, undercoat
Examples
- “You'll have to press this button twice to prime the fuel pump.”
- “I need to prime these handrails before we can apply the finish coat.”
- “The boys are primed for mischief.”