Etymology: Middle English preparacion, from Middle French preparation, from Latin praeparation-, praeparatio, from praeparare to prepare
Date: 14th century
1: the action or process of making something ready for use or service or of getting ready for some occasion, test, or duty 2: a state of being prepared:readiness 3: a preparatory act or measure 4: something that is prepared; specifically: a medicinal substance made ready for use <a preparation for colds>
