Synonyms of primers

primers

noun

plural of primer

as in handbooks

a book used for instruction in a subject

a primer of human anatomy

Synonyms & Similar Words

• handbooks
• manuals
• dictionaries
• textbooks
• texts
• vocabularies
• grammars
• encyclopedias
• treatises
• readers
• schoolbooks
• guides
• spellers
• references
• guidebooks
• tracts
• bibles
• lexica
• wordbooks
• casebooks

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of primers

In 2023, scientists used this approach to discover that beer byproducts were popular canvas primers for artists of the Danish Golden Age. — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2026

This is a high-purity form of antimony which has defense uses, particularly in primers, ammunition and pyrotechnic compositions. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026

Not only should the primer’s base match that of your foundation (to avoid pilling and patchiness), but water- and silicone-based primers can perform very differently. — Jenny Berg, InStyle, 19 Aug. 2026

But everything changed after a 1954 Life Magazine article, which argued that literacy rates were tanking because children were bored with Dick and Jane primers. — Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 11 July 2026

The pros recommend primers with gripping technology and hydrating ingredients, like glycerin, plant oils, shea butter, and hyaluronic acid. — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 27 June 2026

In addition to the Spackle SPF and Champagne Glow primers, the actress also uses the hydrating version on the regular. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026

But that wistfulness is balanced with an urgent call to action, as primers on past civil rights legislation highlight the fragility of progress and interactive displays solicit commitments for civic service. — Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 4 June 2026

Moisturizers, face oils, and primers are a key first step to ensuring that the makeup going onto your face afterwards will apply and sit right. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 22 May 2026