noun

prepping

PREH-pihng

Prepping (noun) means the act of getting something or someone ready in advance. Example: “Prepping the vegetables took longer than actually cooking the meal.”

noun

The act of getting something or someone ready in advance.

"Prepping the vegetables took longer than actually cooking the meal."

"A week of prepping went into the product launch."

Stockpiling supplies and skills in preparation for a feared disaster or emergency.

"He spends weekends prepping — canned food, water filters, the works."

How to use prepping

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishGetting ready ahead of time, or (informally) preparing for a doomsday-style emergency.

Common pairings

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Rhymes for prepping

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Frequently asked questions

What does “prepping” mean?

The word “prepping” means the act of getting something or someone ready in advance. In plain terms, getting ready ahead of time, or (informally) preparing for a doomsday-style emergency.

How do you pronounce “prepping”?

“Prepping” is pronounced PREH-pihng (/ˈpɹɛpɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “prepping” in a sentence?

Here is “prepping” used in a sentence: “Prepping the vegetables took longer than actually cooking the meal.”

What part of speech is “prepping”?

“Prepping” is a noun.

How many meanings does “prepping” have?

“Prepping” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of getting something or someone ready in advance.