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Prime (Verb)

Cover with a primer; apply a primer to.

Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.

The painter began by priming the metal surface to create a smooth finish for the paint.
Before installing new flooring, it's essential to prime the subfloor to ensure a strong bond.
The manufacturer's instructions advised priming the wood with a specialized primer to protect it from the elements.
The artist applied a coat of gesso to prime the canvas, creating a smooth surface for her painting.
It's crucial to prime the drywall before painting to ensure an even color and texture.

Fill with priming liquid; "prime a car engine".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

You'll need to prime the engine before starting it for the first time after a long period of inactivity.
Primed with the correct fuel mixture, the old lawnmower engine roared back to life.
Before spraying paint, make sure to prime the metal surface thoroughly.
In the winter, you might need to prime the water pump to expel air that has entered the line.
You must prime the engine of the small motorcycle after changing its oil to prevent damage.

Insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing; "prime a cannon"; "prime a mine".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The soldier had to prime the grenade before throwing it at the target.
Carefully prime the gun so you're ready when the deer comes closer.
It's crucial to prime the mine with caution, as it could detonate accidentally.
The old cannon was painstakingly cleaned and primed for the ceremonial reenactment.
Before setting the charge, make sure you prime the explosives correctly.