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.
He finished priming the engine pump to get the water flowing through the pipes.
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."
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