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Definition prime in British English

prime adjective

adjective
/praɪm/
1

most important

Example

Our prime concern was the safety of our customers.

Synonyms and related words
main basic primary
1.1

having the most influence

Example

Truman had been the prime architect of the NATO alliance.

Example

a prime force behind international terrorism

Synonyms and related words
main basic primary
2

of the highest quality

Example

a prime location for a business park

Example

prime beef

Example

a prime example of 1930s architecture

Synonyms and related words
best ideal first class
3

most likely to be chosen or to be suitable for something

Example

the prime suspect in a murder case

Example

The couple became prime targets for press criticism.

Synonyms and related words
suitable convenient proper
Definition prime in British English