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 quantityHypernyms (Closely Related)
number10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The period of greatest prosperity or productivity
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bloom9blossom11efflorescence23flower12flush11heyday16peak10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
period9period of timetime periodHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The second canonical hour; about 6 a.m.
Prime - as an adjective satellite
Used of the first or originating agent
Example: "Prime mover"
Being at the best stage of development
Example: "Our manhood's prime vigor"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
meridian11Prime - as a verb
Insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing
Example: "Prime a cannon"
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."
Word Game Points
Is PRIME a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prime is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordPRIME has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is PRIME a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prime is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRIME has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
