Definition: The process of preparing a surface by applying a base layer, often paint, to ensure better adhesion of subsequent layers.

Example: Before painting the walls, we need to do some priming to make sure the paint sticks well.

Definition: A woman who has given birth to only one child or is pregnant for the first time.

Example: As a primipara, she was excited yet nervous about the upcoming birth of her first child.

Definition: Describing a female who is giving birth for the first time or has only had one previous child.

Example: The primiparous mother was excited about the arrival of her first baby.

Definition: Relating to the earliest stages of development or existing from the beginning; original and fundamental.

Example: The primordial soup theory suggests that life began in a warm, shallow pond.

Definition: A basic principle or fundamental concept that is essential and original.

Example: The primordial of the theory is based on ancient philosophies.

Definition: In a way that relates to the earliest stages of development or existence.

Example: The species evolved primordially, adapting to their environment over millions of years.

Definition: A part or organ in its earliest and simplest form during development.

Example: The primordium of the heart begins to form early in embryonic development.

Definition: A tiny protein particle that can cause diseases in the brain by changing normal proteins into abnormal ones, and does not contain any genetic material like DNA or RNA.

Example: Scientists are studying prions to understand how they cause brain diseases.

Definition: A solid object that has two identical ends and flat sides, often made of glass, which can separate light into different colors or reflect it.

Example: The scientist used a prism to demonstrate how light can be split into a rainbow of colors.

Definition: Having many colors that change or shine like a rainbow, often seen when light passes through a prism.

Example: The artist used prismatic colors in her painting to create a vibrant effect.

Definition: In a way that relates to or resembles a prism, often referring to the dispersion of light into colors.

Example: The light shone prismatically, creating a beautiful spectrum on the wall.