preparer

American  

[pri-pair-er] / prɪˈpɛər ər /

noun

• preparers
  plural

1. someone who puts something into the proper condition or state of readiness.

   Consult with a tax preparer to ensure that you take advantage of any state or federal tax credits that may be available.

2. someone who makes, compiles, or creates something.

   As a CIA analyst assigned to the White House, he served as the chair of several intelligence committees and was the preparer of the President's daily brief.

   After handling raw poultry, food preparers must wash their hands thoroughly to avoid transmitting disease-causing bacteria.

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Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• preparers
  plural

Etymology

Origin of preparer

prepare ( def. ) + -er ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

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preparer preparers

But a knowledgeable tax preparer can help manage expectations.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 8, 2026

These are people who do a person’s taxes and do not include their name as the preparer.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 9, 2026

It’s a good thing you looked over your return carefully when your preparer sent it back to you.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 1, 2026

To ensure compliance, ask your preparer to confirm submission in advance of April 15.

From Barron's ● Mar. 28, 2026

After that, he worked as a food preparer at a mall in Baltimore.

From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore

This includes claims from shady tax preparers guaranteeing eligibility for the new tax breaks for tips and overtime pay.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 9, 2026

But a big reason, tax preparers and analysts say, is that taxpayers might be claiming deductions beyond what the law allows, both intentionally and accidentally.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 4, 2026

Many tax preparers these days have moved away from in-person visits.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 1, 2026

Non-credentialed preparers make far more errors than certified public accountants and enrolled agents, who must meet rigorous requirements to receive their designations.

From Barron's ● Mar. 28, 2026

Tax preparers and barbers, convenience-store owners and stay-at-home moms.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro