1. to make ready or suitable in advance for a particular purpose or situation
2. to make food ready for eating by cooking or combining ingredients
3. to study or practice in order to be ready for something

Examples

• She needs to prepare her presentation for tomorrow’s meeting.
• The chef will prepare dinner for fifty guests tonight.
• Students should prepare thoroughly for the final exam.
• We must prepare the room before the party begins.
• He prepared a delicious meal using fresh ingredients.
• The team prepared for months before the championship game.
• Please prepare all necessary documents before your appointment.