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preparatory (oh)



[only before noun] done in order to get ready for something
::preparatory talks to clear the way for a peace settlement
::preparatory drawings
::A lot of preparatory work still needs to be done.
preparatory to sth
formal before something else and in order to prepare for it
::The partners held several meetings preparatory to signing the agreement.