partialpreparation
nounUK /ˌpɑːʃəl ˌprɛpəˈreɪʃən/
US /ˌpɑːrʃəl ˌprɛpəˈreɪʃən/
Getting only some of the work ready before you start.
The partialpreparation of the cake batter made baking faster.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A state in which only part of something has been made ready.
The partialpreparation of the campsite meant we still had to set up the tents.
3. The act of getting a small amount of something ready in advance.
Her partialpreparation of the report saved time later.
4. A first step that leaves the rest of the work unfinished.
The partialpreparation of the garden left the back half untouched.