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1. prime_meridian
noun. meridian at zero degree longitude from which east and west are reckoned (usually the Greenwich longitude in England).
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3. meridian
noun. ['mɝˈɪdiːən'] an imaginary great circle on the surface of the earth passing through the north and south poles at right angles to the equator.
4. meridian
noun. ['mɝˈɪdiːən'] the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development.
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5. prime
adjective. ['ˈpraɪm'] first in rank or degree.
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- prime (English)
- prime (French)
- primus (Latin)
6. prime
adjective. ['ˈpraɪm'] used of the first or originating agent.
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- prime (English)
- prime (French)
- primus (Latin)
7. prime
adjective. ['ˈpraɪm'] of superior grade.
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- prime (English)
- prime (French)
- primus (Latin)
8. prime
noun. ['ˈpraɪm'] a number that has no factor but itself and 1.
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- prime (English)
- prime (French)
- primus (Latin)
9. prime
verb. ['ˈpraɪm'] insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing.
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- prime (English)
- prime (French)
- primus (Latin)
10. prime
noun. ['ˈpraɪm'] the period of greatest prosperity or productivity.
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- prime (English)
- prime (French)
- primus (Latin)