The Clue
7, 11 and 13 (6 letter answer)
The Answer
PRIMES
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Notes
The answer PRIMES is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.
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Definition
PRIME as a noun:
1. (prime, prime quantity) = a number that has no factor but itself and 1
2. (flower, prime, peak, heyday, bloom, blossom, efflorescence, flush) = the period of greatest prosperity or productivity
3. the second canonical hour; about 6 a.m.
4. (prime, prime of life) = the time of maturity when power and vigor are greatest
PRIME as a verb:
1. insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing; "prime a cannon"; "prime a mine"
2. (prime, ground, undercoat) = cover with a primer; apply a primer to
3. fill with priming liquid; "prime a car engine"