priming
noun
1. the act of making something ready
Definition categories: act, preparation, readying
2. any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant
Similar word(s): fuse, fusee, fuze, fuzee, primer
Definition categories: man–made, igniter, ignitor, light, lighter
3. the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface
Similar word(s): ground, primer, undercoat
Definition categories: man–made
verb
1. present participle of prime