(obsolete) preparation

(grammar) noun case serving as object of a preposition. Prepositions that often govern the prepositional case include "about", "in", "on", and "near". Russian is an example of a language that uses the prepositional case.

(followed by the preposition to) Disposed, willing, ready (to do something).

simple past tense and past participle of prepare

(uncountable) The act of preparing or getting ready. / (uncountable) The state of being prepared; readiness. / A substance, especially a remedy, that is prepared.

plural of preparation

Absurd, or contrary to common sense.

simple past tense and past participle of prepay

paid for in advance

Of or pertaining to preparation, having the purpose of making something or someone ready, preparative.