primus

[ˈpraɪməs]

primus Definition

• 1. the chief or most important
• 2. a portable stove that burns gas or paraffin
• 3. a rock band formed in California in the late 1980s

Using primus: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "primus" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He was the primus inter pares of the group.

• Example

  We cooked our dinner on a primus stove during the camping trip.

• Example

  Primus is known for their unique style of music.

primus Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for primus

• chief
• main
• primary
• leading
• foremost

Antonyms for primus

• secondary
• subordinate
• inferior

Phrases with primus

• primus inter pares

  first among equals; a person who is officially equal to other members of a group but who is really more important

  Example

  As the CEO, he was primus inter pares among the board members.

• primus stove

  a portable stove that burns gas or paraffin

  Example

  We used a primus stove to cook our meals while camping.

• Primus (band)

  an American rock band formed in California in the late 1980s known for their unique style of music

  Example

  I'm going to see Primus in concert next week.

Origins of primus

from Latin 'primus', meaning 'first'

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Summary: primus in Brief

'Primus' [ˈpraɪməs] can be used as an adjective or noun. As an adjective, it means 'chief or most important.' As a noun, it refers to a portable stove that burns gas or paraffin or a rock band formed in California in the late 1980s. The phrase 'primus inter pares' means 'first among equals.'