Definition
Prepare — to make something ready in advance for a specific purpose, use, or activity.
Example of Use
She prepared dinner before her guests arrived.
The word can also refer to getting oneself or something equipped mentally or physically for an event or task, such as preparing for an exam or preparing the equipment for a trip.
Common Usage
- To make arrangements beforehand.
- To put something into a proper state for use.
- To train or condition oneself for an expected situation.
Origin
Derived from the Latin praeparare, meaning “to make ready beforehand,” formed from prae- (“before”) and parare (“make ready”).
Author’s summary: The word “prepare” refers to making things or oneself ready ahead of time for a goal, use, or event, emphasizing readiness and forethought.
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