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preparatory
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As an adjective, preparatory means of or pertaining to preparation, having the purpose of making something or someone ready, preparative.
Meanings of preparatory
2 meaningsadjective
Of or pertaining to preparation, having the purpose of making something or someone ready, preparative.
“I will conduct some preparatory research before choosing the new restaurant's location.”
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Synonyms by meaning
adjective: preceding and preparing for something
Words that rhyme with preparatory
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