priming

noun

Meaning

The act of preparing a surface for painting or a machine for operation by applying a base layer or initial substance.

Examples

The professional painter spent all morning priming the walls to ensure a smooth finish.
Proper priming of the metal surface prevents rust from developing under the new coat of paint.

Synonyms: preparing, coating, undercoating, preconditioning

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priming

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈpraɪmɪŋ/

Definition

The act of preparing a surface for painting or a machine for operation by applying a base layer or initial substance.

Examples

The professional painter spent all morning priming the walls to ensure a smooth finish.
Proper priming of the metal surface prevents rust from developing under the new coat of paint.

How to Use priming

priming of (prepositional phrase): the act of preparing a specific object — "The priming of the surface took longer than the painting itself."
prime with (collocation): to use a specific substance to prepare a surface — "You should prime the wood with a high-quality oil-based sealer."

Synonyms of priming

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