preparation /ˌprɛpəˈreɪʃən/ CET4 TEM4

• 1. 

  N-UNCOUNT Preparation is the process of getting something ready for use or for a particular purpose, or making arrangements for something. 准备

  例：

  Rub the surface of the wood in preparation for the varnish.

  打摩木头的表面为上油漆做准备。

  例：

  Few things distracted the pastor from the preparation of his weekly sermons.

  几乎没有什么事情使该牧师从他每周布道的准备中分心。

• 2. 

  N-PLURAL Preparations are all the arrangements that are made for a future event. 准备工作

  例：

  The United States is making preparations for a large-scale airlift of 1,200 American citizens.

  美国在为一次1200名美国公民的大规模空运做准备。

• 3. 

  N-COUNT A preparation is a mixture that has been prepared for use as food, medicine, or a cosmetic. (用作食品、药品或化妆品的) 配制品

  例：

  ...anti-aging creams and sensitive-skin preparations.

  …抗衰老面霜和针对敏感皮肤的制剂。