preparatory

Definition of Preparatory in English :

preceding and preparing for something

Example Sentences:
'preparatory steps'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Preparatory

adjective

1.

serving to prepare

2.

introductory or preliminary

3.

occupied in preparation

4. preparatory to

adjective

1.

that prepares or serves to prepare; preliminary; introductory

2. US

undergoing preparation, esp. for college entrance

a preparatory student

adj.

1. Serving to make ready or prepare; introductory. See Synonyms at preliminary.

2. Relating to or engaged in study or training that serves as preparation for advanced education: a preparatory course; preparatory students.

adv.

In preparation for. Used with to: thoroughly cleaned the house preparatory to our departure.