Priming1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Prime.
2. (n.) The powder or other combustible used to communicate fire to a charge of gunpowder, as in a firearm.
3. (n.) The first coating of color, size, or the like, laid on canvas, or on a building, or other surface.
4. (n.) The carrying over of water, with the steam, from the boiler, as into the cylinder.
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