Synonyms for
Primer
Definition
a book that is used to teach children how to read, or a small amount of basic information that is given to someone to help them learn about a subject
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Common collocations
- reading primer
- math primer
- science primer
- language primer
- basic primer
- introductory primer
- paint primer
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Usage note
A primer is typically an introductory text or a base coat of paint. It is distinct from a 'prime' number, which is a number divisible only by 1 and itself.
Example sentences
- I need a primer on how to use this new computer program.
- The primer helped me learn how to read.
- This science primer has all the basic information you need to know.
- We used a primer on gardening before we started our vegetable garden.
Quotes
A primer on the subject of writing is almost a contradiction in terms; for there are many kinds of writing, and many purposes for which it is done.
A primer for the good-hearted Laocoön who would like to protect art from the artists.
The Bible, the primer of human experience, is still as relevant a guide to the art of living as ever before.