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DictionaryRoot: prae-
Latin

prae-

before, in front of

Forms

  • prae-
  • pre- — The usual English form, often transmitted through French.

Origin

Reconstructed Proto-Indo-European *prai, ‘before,’ related to an older family of words for forward position.

Note

The same relationship can locate something earlier in time or ahead in space.

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noun

preparation

prep-uh-RAY-shuhn/ˌprepəˈreɪʃn/

The act of making ready for an intended purpose.

Preparation for the hike includes packing essential items into a backpack.

An adult packs essential hiking items neatly into an open backpack before departure; practical preparation action.
Etymology
preLatinbefore, in front of
+parLatinmake ready or provide
+ationLatinan action, process, or result

The pieces express making ready beforehand. Preparation is the preliminary work of putting things in order for an intended event or purpose.

In context

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More examples

  • The presentation goes smoothly thanks to careful preparation.
  • We move the furniture in preparation for painting.
  • Preparations for the wedding are almost complete.

Forms

preparation · preparations

prepare verb — To make ready for a particular purpose.

preparatory adjective — Done to get ready for something.

Similar words

planning
Emphasizes deciding what to do rather than carrying out practical tasks.
groundwork
Emphasizes early work that supports a later effort.