prepare

To make ready for a specific future purpose; to set up; to assemble or equip; to forearm.

We prepared the spacecraft for takeoff.

that they may prepare a city for habitation

To make ready for eating or drinking; to cook.

We prepared a fish for dinner.

To make oneself ready; to get ready, make preparation.

We prepared for a bumpy ride.

As soon as Julia returned with a constable, Timothy, who was on the point of exhaustion, prepared to give over to him gratefully. The newcomer turned out to be a powerful youngster, fully trained and eager to help, and he stripped off his tunic at once.

To produce or make by combining elements; to synthesize, compound.

She prepared a meal from what was left in the cupboards.

preparation

Go levy men, and make prepare for war;