prime (프라임 (강세: 프라임)) — of the best possible quality; excellent
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: of the best possible quality; excellent
Pronunciation (IPA): /praɪm/
Korean meaning: 최고의, 주요한, 전성기의
Korean pronunciation: 프라임 (강세: 프라임)
Example Sentences
- My grandmother insists she's still in her prime at 85, especially when beating me at cards.
- The prime suspect turned out to be the butler, just like in every mystery novel.
- This is a prime opportunity to expand our business overseas.
prime
ADJECTIVE//praɪm//
of the best possible quality; excellent
Prime quality meat selection
The scientist did her most important work in her prime. (PREMIUM + PEAK = PRIME → the best, most important, or most successful stage)
Climb through the years until your prime arrives.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'primus' meaning 'first' or 'foremost.' The word entered English through Old French and Latin, originally referring to something of first importance or rank.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother insists she's still in her prime at 85, especially when beating me at cards.”
“The prime suspect turned out to be the butler, just like in every mystery novel.”
“This is a prime opportunity to expand our business overseas.”
“You need to prime the canvas before painting your masterpiece.”
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