pohjamaali — meaning in English

English meaning

• primer noun A short introductory book or guide covering the basics of a subject.
• undercoat noun A layer of short hairs underneath the longer ones of an animal's fur.

Senses

pohjamaali is used for these senses in English:

• primer A substance used to prime wood, metal, etc. in preparation for painting.
• primer A layer of such a substance.
• undercoat A coat of paint or other material applied onto a surface before that of a topcoat; sometimes, a coloured primer.

primer — full definition

1. noun A short introductory book or guide covering the basics of a subject.
2. noun A substance applied as a base coat before paint, to help it stick and look even.
3. noun A device or charge used to set off an explosive.

undercoat — full definition

1. noun A layer of short hairs underneath the longer ones of an animal's fur.
2. noun A coat of paint or other material applied onto a surface before that of a topcoat; sometimes, a coloured primer.
3. noun A coat for wearing indoors, under an overcoat.

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