Definitions of prepare:

• verb:   lead up to and soften by sounding the dissonant note in it as a consonant note in the preceding chord

  Example: "Prepare the discord in bar 139"

• verb:   prepare (someone) for a future role or function

  Example: "The prince was prepared to become King one day"

• verb:   to prepare verbally, either for written or spoken delivery

  Example: "Prepare a report"

• verb:   make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

  Example: "Prepare for war"

• verb:   undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession
• verb:   create by training and teaching
• verb:   arrange by systematic planning and united effort
• verb:   prepare for eating by applying heat