the act, process, of preparing; something done to get ready
development, readiness
Cases of word usage
1) count down; final preparation (countdown)
2) (spoken or done) without previous thought or preparation (extempore)
3) without preparation (impromptu)
4) the preparation and dispensing of medicines and drugs; (a part of) a shop where medical goods are sold (pharmacy)
5) the act of providing; preparation (especially for future needs); food; food supplies (provision)
6) (a kind of) (semi-)liquid preparation served with food to give flavour; rude remarks (often more amusing than annoying) (sauce)
