Pronunciation: /prɪˈpɛrəˌtɔri/
noun a school or course designed to prepare students for a higher education or a specific career
A1 I am taking a preparatory course to improve my English skills.
A2 The preparatory work for the project is almost complete.
B1 The preparatory phase of the event includes setting up the venue and inviting guests.
B2 The preparatory meeting was held to discuss the agenda for the upcoming conference.
C1 The preparatory research conducted by the team was thorough and comprehensive.
C2 The preparatory measures taken by the government helped mitigate the impact of the natural disaster.
adjective relating to or done in preparation for something else
A1 I am taking a preparatory English class to improve my language skills.
A2 The preparatory course helped me get ready for the final exam.
B1 The preparatory work for the project took longer than expected.
B2 The preparatory meeting was essential in planning the upcoming conference.
C1 The preparatory phase of the research involved extensive data collection and analysis.
C2 Her thorough preparatory research was evident in the comprehensive report she presented.
formal The preparatory work for the project has been completed.
informal I need to do some preparatory research before starting the assignment.
slang I'm gonna do some prep work before the big presentation.
figurative The early morning stretches were like a preparatory ritual for the day ahead.
prepared
preparatories
more preparatory
most preparatory
prepare
will prepare
have prepared
is preparing
preparatory
preparatory
to prepare
preparing
prepared