prime
例子
The prime objective of the mission was to ensure the safety of all crew members.
任务的主要目标是确保所有船员的安全。
This is the prime opportunity to invest in emerging markets.
这是投资新兴市场的最佳时机。
例子
The prime manuscript of the novel is displayed in the museum.
小说的原始手稿在博物馆中展出。
The prime source of the data came from the original survey.
数据的主要来源来自原始调查。
03
优质的, 一流的
signifying a state of excellence or superior quality
例子
The restaurant is known for serving prime cuts of steak, aged to perfection.
这家餐厅以提供优质牛排切片而闻名，熟成至完美。
They purchased a prime piece of real estate with sweeping views of the ocean.
他们购买了一块prime房地产，可以俯瞰海洋的壮丽景色。
04
素数, 素数的
able to be divided only by 1 and itself, referring to a number greater than 1 that has no other divisors
例子
Numbers like 3, 5, and 11 are prime because they are able to be divided only by 1 and themselves.
像3、5和11这样的数字是素数，因为它们只能被1和它们自身整除。
Prime numbers are fundamental in number theory and are used in various fields like cryptography.
素数在数论中是基础性的，并用于密码学等多个领域。
05
最佳, 理想
particularly suitable or ideal for a specific purpose
例子
He is the prime candidate for the job, with all the necessary qualifications and experience.
他是这份工作的主要候选人，具备所有必要的资格和经验。
The property is in a prime area, perfect for both business and residential use.
该物业位于一个优质区域，非常适合商业和住宅用途。
Prime
01
素数, 质数
a natural number greater than 1 that has no positive divisors other than 1 and itself
例子
Seven is a prime because it's only divisible by 1 and 7.
七是一个质数，因为它只能被1和7整除。
The number 29 is a prime because it has no divisors other than 1 and 29.
数字29是一个质数，因为它除了1和29之外没有其他除数。
02
晨时, 晨时时刻
the early morning hour traditionally marked by the first canonical prayer in Christian liturgy
例子
The monks rose before prime to prepare for morning prayers.
僧侣们在晨时之前起床准备晨祷。
At prime, sunlight began to filter through the stained-glass windows of the chapel.
在晨祷时分，阳光开始透过教堂的彩色玻璃窗过滤进来。
03
巅峰, 黄金时代
the period during which someone or something is at their best in terms of achieving success or physical state
例子
The athlete was in his prime during the championship season.
这位运动员在冠军赛季期间正处于巅峰。
The artist 's work was celebrated as a masterpiece from his prime.
这位艺术家的作品被誉为是他巅峰时期的杰作。
04
晨祷, 早晨祈祷仪式
a morning prayer service in the Western Christian tradition, historically observed at the first hour of daylight
例子
The monks gathered in the chapel for Prime, marking the beginning of their daily prayers.
僧侣们聚集在小教堂进行晨祷，标志着他们日常祈祷的开始。
In medieval monasteries, Prime was recited at sunrise as part of the Divine Office.
在中世纪的修道院中，晨祷作为神职的一部分在日出时诵读。
例子
The prime of the civilization saw the foundation of its greatest cities and advancements.
文明的鼎盛时期见证了其最伟大城市和进步的基础。
In the prime of the project, the team laid out the fundamental concepts that shaped its success.
在项目的初期，团队提出了塑造其成功的基本概念。
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撇号, 撇符号
a symbol (') used in printing or notation to indicate a foot, minutes, or to distinguish something
例子
In mathematical notation, the prime (' ) is often used to indicate a derivative or transformation.
在数学符号中，prime（'）常用来表示导数或变换。
The seconds are denoted with a double prime ( " ), while the minutes use a single prime (' ) in time notation.
秒用双撇号（"）表示，而分钟在时间表示中使用单撇号（'）。
to prime
01
准备, 装填
to prepare or set up a device, especially a firearm or explosive, for use by making it ready to function
例子
The technician primed the machine before starting the complex operation.
技术员在开始复杂操作之前准备了机器。
Before setting off the fireworks, they had to prime the fuse to ensure it would ignite properly.
在燃放烟花之前，他们必须准备引信以确保它能正确点燃。
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准备, 灌注
to fill with priming liquid in preparation for operation, especially to ensure smooth functioning
例子
Before starting the car after a long time, you should prime the engine to ensure proper fuel flow.
长时间停放后启动汽车前，您应该准备发动机以确保燃油正常流动。
The mechanic advised to prime the car engine with oil to avoid damage during the initial start-up.
机械师建议用油填充汽车发动机，以避免在初始启动期间造成损坏。
03
打底, 准备
to cover a surface with a primer to prepare it for painting or further treatment
例子
Before painting the walls, make sure to prime the surface to ensure better paint adhesion.
在粉刷墙壁之前，确保打底表面以确保更好的油漆附着力。
The carpenter primed the wooden frames to protect them from moisture before applying the final coat of paint.
木匠在涂最后一层油漆之前打底了木制框架以保护它们免受潮湿。
例子
The lawyer primed her client on what to expect during the cross-examination.
律师准备了她的客户在交叉询问期间应该期待什么。
Before the meeting, the manager primed the team with key data and talking points.
会议之前，经理用关键数据和谈话要点准备了团队。
