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1prep
noun \ˈprep\
Definition of PREP
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3
: a preliminary trial for a racehorse
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First Known Use of PREP
1862
2prep
verb
: to make yourself ready for something
: to make (someone or something) ready for something
preppedprep·ping
Full Definition of PREP
intransitive verb
1
: to attend preparatory school
2
[short for prepare] : to get ready
transitive verb
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First Known Use of PREP
1915
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preposition
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