Meaning of primary(a) in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    primary(a)

    Definitions

    1. most important element

    Examples

    • « the chief aim of living »
    • « the main doors were of solid glass »
    • « the principal rivers of America »
    • « the principal example »
    • « policemen were primary targets »

    Synonyms

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