In a general sense, to fit, adapt or qualify for a particular purpose, end, use, service or state, by any means whatever. We prepare ground for seed by tillage; we prepare cloth for use by dressing; we prepare medicines by pulverization, mixture; we prepare young men for college by previous instruction; men are prepared for professions by suitable study; holiness of heart is necessary to prepare men for the enjoyment of happiness with holy beings.

To make ready; as, to prepare the table for entertaining company.

To provide; to procure as suitable; as, to prepare arms, ammunition and provisions for troops; to prepare ships for defense. Absalom prepared him chariots and horses, and fifty men to run before him. 2 Samuel 15:1.

To set; to establish. The Lord hath prepared his throne in the heavens. Psalm 103:19.

To appoint. It shall be given to them for whom it is prepared. Matthew 20:23.

To guide, direct or establish. 7 Chronicles 29:2.

To make all things ready; to put things in suitable order; as, prepare for dinner.

To take the necessary previous measures. Dido preparing to kill herself.

To make one’s self ready. Prepare to meet thy God, O MIsrael.Amos 4:12.

Preparation.