noun a book or manual that provides basic information or instruction
adjective of the most basic or essential importance
A tool used to prepare a surface for painting or other finishing work
A book or textbook that provides basic knowledge or instruction on a particular subject
A short strand of RNA or DNA that serves as a starting point for DNA replication
A substance used as a preparatory coat or as a preliminary or introductory step in a process
A small program that prepares a computer system for a more complex task
A writer may use a primer as a basic introduction or guide to a particular subject or topic before delving into more detailed writing or research.
A psychologist may use a primer to provide clients with foundational knowledge or strategies related to a specific psychological concept or therapy technique.
A teacher may use a primer as a teaching tool to introduce students to a new subject or to provide background information before starting a new unit of study.
A scientist may use a primer as a brief overview of a scientific theory or research area to help colleagues or students understand the basics before diving into more complex studies.
A lawyer may use a legal primer as an introduction to a particular area of law for clients or junior associates who are not familiar with that area of practice.