Word Meaning

priming definition and meaning

p. pr. & vb. n. of Prime
n. The powder or other combustible used to communicate fire to a charge of gunpowder, as in a firearm.
n. The first coating of color, size, or the like, laid on canvas, or on a building, or other surface.
n. The carrying over of water, with the steam, from the boiler, as into the cylinder.