preparing Meaning & Definition
What Does Preparing Mean?
As a verb, preparing means present participle and gerund of prepare. As a noun, it means preparation.
Preparing in Brief
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //pɹɪˈpɛəɹɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | busk, graith and ready |
| Plural | preparings |
Preparing Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of prepare
Preparing as a Noun
- preparation
Verb
- To make ready for a specific future purpose; to set up; to assemble or equip.
We prepared the spacecraft for takeoff.
- To make ready for eating or drinking; to cook.
We prepared a fish for dinner.
- To make oneself ready; to get ready, make preparation.
We prepared for a bumpy ride.
- To produce or make by combining elements; to synthesize, compound.
She prepared a meal from what was left in the cupboards.
Synonyms of Preparing
Preparing synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Preparing
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Preparing in a Sentence
We prepared the spacecraft for takeoff.
We prepared a fish for dinner.
We prepared for a bumpy ride.
She prepared a meal from what was left in the cupboards.
Word Forms & Grammar
preparing
preparing (plural preparings)
Words That Rhyme With Preparing
How Do You Say Preparing?
You say preparing as //pɹɪˈpɛəɹɪŋ//. It has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Preparing
Is preparing a verb or a noun?
Preparing is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for preparing?
Close synonyms of preparing are busk, graith and ready. See the full list of preparing synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of preparing?
The plural of preparing is preparings.