primer

primer1
noun
  1. [mass noun]a substance used as a preparatory coat on previously unpainted wood, metal, or canvas, especially to prevent the absorption of subsequent layers of paint or the development of rust
    底层涂料,底漆
    ■a cap or cylinder containing a compound which responds to friction or an electrical impulse and ignites the charge in a cartridge or explosive
    火帽,底火;点火药
    ■a small pump for pumping fuel to prime an internal-combustion engine, especially in an aircraft
    (尤指飞机内燃发动机的)启动注油泵
    ■(Biochemistry)a molecule that serves as a starting material for a polymerization process
    (生化)引物,引子

primer2
noun
  1. an elementary textbook that serves as an introduction to a subject of study or is used for teaching children to read
    识字课本,初级读本;入门书
语源
  1. late Middle English: from medieval Latin primarius (liber) 'primary (book') and primarium (manuale) 'primary (manual')
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