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Pronunciation: /ˈprʌɪmə/
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Definition of primer

noun

  • an elementary textbook that serves as an introduction to a subject of study or is used for teaching children to read: a first-year philosophy primer

Origin:

late Middle English: from medieval Latin primarius (liber) 'primary (book)' and primarium (manuale) 'primary (manual)'

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