Definitions

1. adjective

in the best or most favorable circumstances

“The team was in prime position to win the championship.”

2. noun

the best or most favorable time or circumstances for something

“The prime of her life was spent traveling the world.”

3. noun

a prime number

“The mathematician searched for a prime to factor into the equation.”

4. noun

a person of high social status or importance

“The prime minister was the most influential person in the country.”

5. verb

to bring into a prime state or condition

“The farmer primed the field for the new crop.”