Prepare

/prɪˈpɛər/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To make ready or suitable in advance for a particular purpose.

I need to prepare a presentation for tomorrow's meeting.

To arrange, assemble, or put together for a specific purpose.

The chef will prepare the ingredients before starting the cooking process.

To prepare someone for a specific situation or event by providing necessary training or information.

The coach will prepare the players for the big game this weekend.

To cause to be in a certain condition; to make or put in order.

Please prepare the documents for the review meeting.

Middle English: from Old French 'preparer', from Latin 'praeparare', from 'prae-' meaning 'before' + 'parare' meaning 'make ready'

prepare for

To make oneself ready for something that is about to happen.

prepare the ground

To make something ready for future use or action.

prepare a presentation

To organize and create materials for a formal display or speech.

preparation

The action or process of making something ready.

prepped

Prepared, especially in a casual or informal context.

preparer

A person who prepares something.

Suite up

We're going to suite up for the big game later.

Gear up

It's time to gear up for the competition.