backprime verb 2noun 1forms 3 verb2 •To apply a layer of primer to the back side of (a surface).One of the best ways to control wood movement and prevent splitting, warping, and shrinking is to backprime it (coat the back surfaces with either primer paint or stain) before installation. — 2008 •To add (a secondary infusion) to a patient by priming it with fluid from the primary infusion.Hang and adjust the rate or set the infusion pump as indicated. If using an infusion pump, follow the specific manufacturer's guidelines to backprime the secondary set. — 2010 noun1 •The ⟨‵⟩ or ⟨`⟩ symbol; a reversed prime. formsbackprimed · backpriming · backprimes
