Meaning of the word priming in English

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priming

US /ˈpraɪmɪŋ/
UK /ˈpraɪmɪŋ/

Noun

1.

the action of preparing something for use or action

Example:
The painter spent hours on the priming of the walls before applying the final coat.
The priming of the pump is essential for it to work efficiently.
2.

a psychological phenomenon in which exposure to one stimulus influences a response to a subsequent stimulus, without conscious guidance or intention

Example:
The experiment demonstrated the effects of semantic priming on word recognition.
Subtle cues can lead to cognitive priming, influencing subsequent decisions.