priming

• 名词，指使某物准备好使用或运作的行为；也指引燃物或点火剂；或指涂在表面的底漆或底层涂料。

A noun referring to the act of preparing something for use, an igniter used to start combustion of a propellant, or the initial coat of paint or size applied to a surface.

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1. Preparation or making readyB2formal

   The act of making something ready for use or action.

   准备

   • The priming of the engine took several minutes.
   • Proper priming of the pump is essential for it to work.
   • The team focused on priming the equipment before the test.

   同义词briefingcoachinggroominggroundworkorientationpreparationreadying

2. Igniter for propellantC1formaltechnical

   Any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant.

   推进剂点火器

   • The priming charge was carefully placed in the cannon.
   • A small amount of priming powder was used to start the rocket engine.
   • The technician checked the priming mechanism for any defects.

   同义词fusefuseefuzefuzeeprimer

3. B2formaltechnical

   The first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface.

   底漆

   • Apply a coat of priming before painting the wall.
   • The priming layer helps the paint adhere better.
   • He used a white priming for the wooden surface.

   同义词groundprimerundercoat

• 动词，表示为使用或行动做好准备，或使某物进入待用状态，如准备材料、给枪装弹药、给机器加注燃料或启动液等。

A verb used to indicate the act of preparing something for use or action, or making something ready.

1. Prepare for useB2formal

   To prepare something for use or operation, especially by making it ready for a specific function.

   准备好

   • The technician primed the engine before starting it.
   • She primed the canvas with a layer of white paint.
   • You need to prime the pump before it can draw water.

   同义词briefcoachequipgear uppreparereadyset up

   反义词deactivatedepletedisabledisarmunload

2. Prepare someoneB2formal

   To give someone information or training in advance to prepare them for a situation.

   预先准备

   • The coach primed the team for the championship game.
   • He was primed with all the facts before the interview.
   • The teacher primed the students for the difficult exam.

   同义词alertbriefcoachcuegroominstructprepareready

3. ExplosivesC1formal

   To prepare an explosive device for detonation.

   起爆

   • The soldier primed the grenade before throwing it.
   • They primed the explosives to demolish the building.
   • The bomb was primed and ready to detonate.

   同义词armchargeloadprepareset