preparation

n 1: the activity of preparing [syn: {readying}]

2: a substance prepared according to a formula [syn: {formulation}]

3: the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in

the event of something happening; "his planning for

retirement was hindered by several uncertainties" [syn: {planning},

{provision}]

4: activity leading to skilled behavior [syn: {training}, {grooming}]

5: preparatory school work done outside school (especially at

home) [syn: {homework}, {prep}]