prime

Noun
  1. A natural number that has exactly two distinct natural number divisors: 1 and itself (synset 113615208)
    is a type of: number - a concept of quantity involving zero and units
    subtypes: prime number - an integer that has no integral factors but itself and 1
    same as: prime quantity
  2. The period of greatest prosperity or productivity (synset 115320288)
    is a type of: period, period of time, time period - an amount of time
    subtypes: golden age - a time period when some activity or skill was at its peak
    same as: bloom, blossom, efflorescence, flower, flush, heyday, peak
  3. The second canonical hour;
    About 6 a.m. (synset 115254580)
    is a type of: canonical hour - (Roman Catholic Church) one of seven specified times for prayer
  4. The time of maturity when power and vigor are greatest (synset 115177369)
    is a type of: adulthood, maturity - the period of time in your life after your physical growth has stopped and you are fully developed
    same as: prime of life
Adjective
  1. First in rank or degree (synset 301016587)
    "an architect of premier rank"; "the prime minister"
    similar to: first - preceding all others in time or space or degree
    same as: premier
  2. Used of the first or originating agent (synset 301016768)
    "prime mover"
    similar to: first - preceding all others in time or space or degree
  3. Of superior grade (synset 302351005)
    "choice wines"; "prime beef"; "prize carnations"; "quality paper"; "select peaches"
    similar to: superior - of high or superior quality or performance
    same as: choice, prize, quality, select
  4. Of or relating to or being an integer that cannot be factored into other integers (synset 303023717)
    "prime number"
    referred to in: math, mathematics, maths - a science (or group of related sciences) dealing with the logic of quantity and shape and arrangement
  5. Being at the best stage of development (synset 301492920)
    "our manhood's prime vigor"
    similar to: mature - having reached full natural growth or development
    same as: meridian
Verb
  1. Insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing (synset 200409549)
    "prime a cannon"; "prime a mine"
    is a type of: fix, gear up, prepare, ready, set, set up - make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
  2. Cover with a primer;
    Apply a primer to (synset 201368058)
    is a type of: paint - apply paint to; coat with paint
    same as: ground, undercoat
  3. Fill with priming liquid (synset 200454973)
    "prime a car engine"
    is a type of: fill, fill up, make full - make full, also in a metaphorical sense

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