Prime the pump

Verb

Definitions

1.VerbTo engage in deficit spending. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}

2.VerbTo give something in order to create the conditions where others will give in return.

3.VerbUsed other than figuratively or idiomatically: see prime,‎ the,‎ pump.

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