Preparatory - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |prɪˈpærətɔːrɪ|  American pronunciation of the word preparatory
Brit.  |prɪˈpærət(ə)rɪ|  British pronunciation of the word preparatory

adjective

- preceding and preparing for something (syn: preparative, propaedeutic)
preparatory steps

Extra examples

There is a lot of preparatory work involved in teaching.

...a preparatory investigation to see if there is enough evidence to warrant bringing charges...

Jim cleared his throat preparatory to speaking.

A lot of preparatory work still needs to be done.

At least a year's preparatory work will be necessary before building can start.

The partners held several meetings preparatory to signing the agreement.

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