DictBridge Dictionary

primer Definition and Meaning in English (primer definition)

noun
Synonyms:introductionbasic guidehandbook
Quick Answer • Definition

Primer definition: A preparatory coating applied to a surface before painting, wallpapering, or sealing to improve adhesion and durability.

Definitions of Primer

  1. 1noun

    A preparatory coating applied to a surface before painting, wallpapering, or sealing to improve adhesion and durability.

  2. 2noun

    A small book or guide that introduces a subject or teaches a basic skill, often for beginners.

Example Sentences

casual

“The painter applied a coat of primer before the final color.”

formal

“This primer on economics is excellent for beginners.”

Synonyms

Antonyms

advanced textcomprehensive guide

Explore Vocabulary by Topic

Popular Topics
All 45+ Topics
Business & FinanceCommon AnimalsBasic FoodsDaily Actions (Verbs)ClothingCommon BirdsView All Topics (45+)

Inflected Word Forms

past participleprimed
gerundpriming
adjectiveprimary

Frequently Asked Questions: Primer in English

What is the meaning of Primer in English?▼
Primer definition: A preparatory coating applied to a surface before painting, wallpapering, or sealing to improve adhesion and durability.
How do you translate 'Primer' to English?▼
'Primer' translates to 'primer' in English. Primer definition: A preparatory coating applied to a surface before painting, wallpapering, or sealing to improve adhesion and durability.
How do you pronounce 'Primer' and 'primer'?▼
Listen to clear English audio pronunciation of 'Primer' and native English audio speech for 'primer' with bilingual sentence examples on DictBridge.

Related Vocabulary in English

All Words →

Explore contextually related English vocabulary with verified English meanings, pronunciations, and sentence usages:

paidpaidparentsparentspartpartpartypartypeoplepeopleperfectperfectperhapsperhapspersonpersonpersonalpersonalphonephonepickedpickedpicturepicture