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PRIME

(adj., noun, adj.sat, verb)
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Definitions

There are 12 meanings of the word Prime.

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Def 1 UK

Prime - as an adjective

Of or relating to or being an integer that cannot be factored into other integers

Example: "Prime number"

Prime - as a noun

A natural number that has exactly two distinct natural number divisors: 1 and itself

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
prime quantity
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
number
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The period of greatest prosperity or productivity

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bloomblossomefflorescenceflowerflushheydaypeak
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
periodperiod of timetime period
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The second canonical hour; about 6 a.m.

The time of maturity when power and vigor are greatest

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
prime of life

Prime - as an adjective satellite

First in rank or degree

Example: "An architect of premier rank"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
premier

Used of the first or originating agent

Example: "Prime mover"

Of superior grade

Example: "Choice wines"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
choiceprizequalityselect

Being at the best stage of development

Example: "Our manhood's prime vigor"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
meridian

Prime - as a verb

Insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing

Example: "Prime a cannon"

Cover with a primer; apply a primer to

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
groundundercoat

Fill with priming liquid

Example: "Prime a car engine"

Example Sentences

"He was in his prime during the 1980s."
"The painting was considered a prime example of abstract art."
"I bought some prime beef for the barbecue."
"My prime of life is yet to come."
"The detective knew the suspect was the prime in the case."
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Word Game Points

Is PRIME a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prime is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PRIME has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is PRIME a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prime is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PRIME has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is PRIME a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prime is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PRIME has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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