priming

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Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈpɹaɪmɪŋ/

Noun

priming (plural primings)

1. (psychology) The implicit memory effect in which exposure to a stimulus influences response to a subsequent stimulus.
2. A substance used as a primer.
3. The powder or other combustible used to communicate fire to a charge of gunpowder, as in a firearm.
4. The first coating of colour, size, etc. laid on canvas, or on a building or other surface.
5. The carrying over of water, with the steam, from the boiler, as into the cylinder.

Verb

1. present participle of prime#English|prime

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