prime
prime
praɪm
praim
/pɹˈa‍ɪm/

Definition & Meaning of "prime"in English

Examples
The prime objective of the mission was to ensure the safety of all crew members.
02

earliest in sequence or origin, often establishing a foundation or basis for what follows

Examples
The prime manuscript of the novel is displayed in the museum.
03

signifying a state of excellence or superior quality

Examples
The restaurant is known for serving prime cuts of steak, aged to perfection.
04

able to be divided only by 1 and itself, referring to a number greater than 1 that has no other divisors

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Numbers like 3, 5, and 11 are prime because they are able to be divided only by 1 and themselves.
05

particularly suitable or ideal for a specific purpose

Examples
He is the prime candidate for the job, with all the necessary qualifications and experience.
Prime
01

a natural number greater than 1 that has no positive divisors other than 1 and itself

Examples
Seven is a prime because it's only divisible by 1 and 7.
02

the early morning hour traditionally marked by the first canonical prayer in Christian liturgy

Examples
The monks rose before prime to prepare for morning prayers.
03

the period during which someone or something is at their best in terms of achieving success or physical state

Examples
The athlete was in his prime during the championship season.
04

a morning prayer service in the Western Christian tradition, historically observed at the first hour of daylight

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The monks gathered in the chapel for Prime, marking the beginning of their daily prayers.
05

the very beginning or early stage of something

Examples
The prime of the civilization saw the foundation of its greatest cities and advancements.
06

a symbol (') used in printing or notation to indicate a foot, minutes, or to distinguish something

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In mathematical notation, the prime (' ) is often used to indicate a derivative or transformation.
to prime
01

to prepare or set up a device, especially a firearm or explosive, for use by making it ready to function

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The technician primed the machine before starting the complex operation.
02

to fill with priming liquid in preparation for operation, especially to ensure smooth functioning

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Before starting the car after a long time, you should prime the engine to ensure proper fuel flow.
03

to cover a surface with a primer to prepare it for painting or further treatment

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Before painting the walls, make sure to prime the surface to ensure better paint adhesion.
04

to prepare someone for a situation by giving them the necessary information or instructions beforehand

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The lawyer primed her client on what to expect during the cross-examination.
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