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Meaning of the word preparing in English

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preparing

Verb

1.

make (something) ready for use or consideration.

Example:
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prepare a brief summary of the article
Synonym:
make ready put together draw up produce arrange develop assemble construct compose edit devise work out think up conceive formulate concoct fashion work up lay
2.

make (someone) ready or able to do or deal with something.

Example:
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schools should prepare children for life
Synonym:
provide face up to train practice exercise warm up study work revise swot instruct teach educate coach tutor inculcate groom discipline drill prime brief guide direct brace make ready tense steel steady buttress strengthen fortify gird ready set equipped primed waiting available on hand fixed poised
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prepared prepare preparation prepare the ground for