primer

n 1: an introductory textbook

2: any device by which an explosive charge is ignited [syn: {fuse},

{fuze}, {fusee}, {fuzee}]

3: the first coat of paint applied to a surface [syn: {flat

coat}, {ground}, {priming coat}, {undercoat}]

printer

A {peripheral} device for producing text and images

on paper. There are many different types, broadly grouped

into "{impact printers}" and "{non-impact printers}".

Compare {plotter}. See also {Braille printer}, {tree-killer}.

(1996-01-13)