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preparing

v. · n.
US //pɝˈpɛɹɪŋ// UK //pɹɪpˈeəɹɪŋ// pre·par·ing
  1. 1 getting ready (v.)
    A2 Elementary

    making something or someone ready for a future event.

    the process of making something or someone ready for a specific purpose or event; the continuous aspect of 'prepare'.

    Example

    The chef is preparing the kitchen for the busy dinner service.

    Example

    The legal team spent several weeks preparing the witness for the cross-examination, ensuring she understood the implications of her testimony.
  2. 2 cooking (v.)
    A2 Elementary Cooking

    making food or a meal ready to eat.

    the act of making food or drink ready for consumption through assembly or cooking.

    Example

    She is preparing a healthy salad for her lunch tomorrow.

    Example

    Preparing a traditional French sauce requires patience and a precise control of temperature to prevent the ingredients from separating.
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  1. 3 the act of preparation (n.)
    B1 Intermediate

    the process of getting ready for something.

    the action or process of making ready; used as a gerund to describe the activity itself.

    Example

    Preparing for the marathon took six months of hard training.

    Example

    The careful preparing of the site was essential before the construction crew could begin laying the foundation for the new skyscraper.

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