prep
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B2
/prɛp/
preparatory work
Etymology
Etymology Information
'prep' originates from the English word 'preparation', where 'pre-' meant 'before' and 'parare' meant 'to make ready'.
Historical Evolution
'preparation' transformed into the shortened form 'prep' in modern English usage.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make ready', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'preparatory work or study'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
short for 'preparation', often used in educational contexts to refer to preparatory work or study.
I have a lot of prep to do for tomorrow's exam.
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Noun 2
a preparatory school or course.
He attended a prep school before entering university.
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