Foreprepare

/ˌfɔːrprɪˈpɛr/ verb

Definition

To prepare or make ready before the actual time of need; to get things organized in advance.

Etymology

From 'fore-' (before) + 'prepare' (from Latin praeparare, meaning to make ready). A transitive verb meaning to ready something ahead of time.

Kelly Says

The Boy Scout motto 'Be Prepared' is basically forepreparing encoded as wisdom—studies show that people who foreprepare actually experience less stress because their brains aren't constantly problem-solving in the moment.

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