definition of
primer

[1] #1 primer n. an introductory textbook. wn

[2] #2 primer n. [fuse, fuze, fusee, fuzee, priming] any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant. wn

[3] #3 primer n. [flat coat, ground, priming, primer coat, priming coat, undercoat] the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface. wn