📘primer

noun
/ˈpraɪ.mər/ (US), /ˈprɪm.ər/ (UK)

Meaning

A basic introductory book or a substance used to prepare a surface for painting.

Example Sentences

He read a primer on programming before starting his course.

Synonyms

introduction, guide, handbook, textbook

Antonyms

advanced book, complex manual

Collocations

primer coat, reading primer, primer lesson

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