prime vs set up

set up vs prime

prime is a noun but set up is not a noun.

prime is an adjective but set up is not an adjective.

prime and set up both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
prime	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
set up	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, set up is a hypernym of prime; that is, set up is a word with a broader meaning than prime:

prime: insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing
set up: make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

Other hypernyms of prime include fix, gear up, prepare, ready, set.

prime (noun)	set up (noun)
a natural number that has exactly two distinct natural number divisors: 1 and itself
the time of maturity when power and vigor are greatest
the second canonical hour; about 6 a.m.
the period of greatest prosperity or productivity

prime (adjective)	set up (adjective)
of or relating to or being an integer that cannot be factored into other integers
being at the best stage of development
of superior grade
used of the first or originating agent
first in rank or degree

prime (verb)	set up (verb)
insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing	get ready for a particular purpose or event
fill with priming liquid	make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
cover with a primer; apply a primer to	equip with sails or masts
	arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events
	put into a proper or systematic order
	erect and fasten
	set up for use
	place
	create by putting components or members together
	construct, build, or erect
	begin, or enable someone else to begin, a venture by providing the means, logistics, etc.
	produce
	take or catch as if in a snare or trap
	arrange the outcome of by means of deceit
	set up or found

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