What does prep mean?
Prep means (countable) Preparation..
Prep
/pɹɛp/ · noun
Meaning
(countable) Preparation..
Definitions by Sense
- (countable) Preparation.
- (horse racing) A preparatory race or workout.
- Abbreviation of preposition.
- (informal, countable) A prep school.
- (informal, countable) A student or graduate of a prep school, a preppy.
- (UK, chiefly private schools, uncountable) Homework; work set to do outside class time.
- (Australia) Nursery school; preschool.
- (Philippines) Preparatory level; the last two levels or the fourth and fifth years of preschool; the two levels before first grade.
Example Sentences
prep someone for something
Synonyms for prep
Antonyms for prep
Related Words
Word Forms
- preps
- prepping
- prepped
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for prep?
Common synonyms include prep up, preparation, homework.
What is the opposite of prep?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use prep in a sentence?
prep someone for something
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