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preparing

/priˈɛrɪŋ/ verb · British & US

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What does preparing mean?

verb

To make or become ready for use or action; to get something ready.

Example

"She is preparing dinner for the guests."

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Etymologically related

prepare preparation preparer preparingly

Synonyms for preparing

readying getting ready making ready setting up arranging

Antonyms of preparing

delaying postponing putting off

Rhymes with preparing

appearing sharing caring staring