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prep·a·ra·tion

preparation

pronunciation:
pre p reI shn
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: the act or process of preparing.
similar words:
provision
definition 2: a state of readiness.
definition 3: a substance or mixture, esp. medicinal.
similar words:
medicine
related words: equipment, groundwork, practice, precaution, wash
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