abecedário — meaning in English

English meaning

• alphabet noun The full set of letters used to write a language, usually arranged in a fixed order.
• primer noun A short introductory book or guide covering the basics of a subject.

Senses

abecedário is used for these senses in English:

• abecedary One that teaches or learns the alphabet or the fundamentals of any subject; abecedarian. [from late 16th century]
• primer An introductory text on any subject, particularly basic concepts.

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.

Related Portuguese words