prɛp

Definitions

1. verb

to prepare (something) for a particular purpose or situation

“I’m going to prep my bike for the competition.”

2. noun

a person who prepares food, especially in a restaurant or bar

“The prep was friendly and attentive, making sure our drinks were always full.”

3. noun

an abbreviation for ‘prepared for’, used to denote a condition of readiness or preparedness

“The software is not prep for the new operating system.”

4. noun

a preliminary or introductory event or activity

“The prep for the main concert was a series of performances by local musicians.”