Prepare — synonyms, definition

1. prepare (Verb)

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prepare (Verb) — Make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc. ex. "prepare for war"

prepare (Verb) — (of food) combine or process (e.g. heat) to make ready for eating. ex. "prepare me dinner, please"

prepare (Verb) — Put together a text, either for written or spoken delivery. ex. "prepare a report" ex. "prepare a speech"

prepare (Verb) — Arrange by systematic planning and united effort. ex. "prepare a strike"

prepare (Verb) — Educate for a future role or function. ex. "The prince was prepared to become King one day"

prepare (Verb) — Create by training and teaching. ex. "The old master is preparing world-class violinists"

prepare (Verb) — (music) lead up to and soften by sounding the dissonant note in it as a consonant note in the preceding chord. ex. "prepare the discord in bar 139"

prepare (Verb) — Undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession. ex. "She is preparing to be a teacher"

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