prepare

US /prɪˈper/

UK /prɪˈpeə(r)/

A1

other

  • To put in a state of readiness or fitness.
  • To make (something) ready for use or consideration.
  • To make something ready for use or consideration.
  • To make or create something.
  • To train or equip someone for a particular task or situation.

other

  • To get oneself ready for something.
  • To make oneself ready.

verb

  • To make something ready for use

Examples

He had failed to prepare adequately for the task before him.

I haven't had time to prepare my arguments properly.