priming

1 of 2

noun

prim·​ing ˈprī-miŋ 

1

: the act of one that primes

2

: the explosive used in priming a charge

3

: primer entry 2 sense 2

priming

2 of 2

present participle of prime entry 3

Examples of priming in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The first two stages are probably 75 per cent injury prevention and priming for performance. — Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 17 July 2026

Because a painting is only as good as its canvas, this 2-in-1 priming and setting spray was used to prep the skin before blush and other makeup products. — Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026

Activation requires the techniques of reminding, priming, and reinforcing. — Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

Luckily the filters don't require priming, and can just be slotted into a waiting sheath. — Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 18 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

prime entry 3 + -ing entry 1

First Known Use

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing priming

• pump priming

Rhymes for priming

• chiming
• climbing
• liming
• rhyming
• timing

Kids Definition

priming

noun

prim·​ing

ˈprī-miŋ

1

: the explosive used in priming a charge

2

: primer entry 2 sense 2