preparatory
Etymology
From Middle English preparatori, from Late Latin praeparatorius; surface analysis prepare + -atory.
adj
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Of or pertaining to preparation, having the purpose of making something or someone ready, preparative. I will conduct some preparatory research before choosing the new restaurant's location.A butcher bird has stirred, tuned its flute with a few preparatory notes. 1934, Henry G. Lamond, An Aviary On The Plains, page 47
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