prepped
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/prɛpt/
(prep)
preparatory work
Etymology
Etymology Information
'prep' originates from the word 'prepare', which comes from Latin 'praeparare', where 'prae-' meant 'before' and 'parare' meant 'make ready'.
Historical Evolution
'prepare' transformed into the colloquial abbreviation 'prep', and eventually 'prepped' became a common past tense form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make ready', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'prep'.
She prepped the ingredients before cooking.
Synonyms
Adjective 1
prepared or ready for something.
The team was prepped for the big game.
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