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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.


Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms


Etymology

Origin of preparer

prepare ( def. ) + -er 1 ( def. )


Example Sentences

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But a knowledgeable tax preparer can help manage expectations.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 8, 2026

Starting over with a new tax preparer is such a hassle.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 1, 2026

Anyone can claim to be a professional tax preparer, but you want somebody who is properly trained.

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

A training mandate for tax preparers would mean higher costs.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026

Her lawyers argued the Supreme Court needed to hear the case so Murrin and millions of people like her wouldn’t be blindsided by the IRS years after tax preparers took advantage of them.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 25, 2026

Beware of preparers who will not sign their name or supply their professional identification number on the form.

From MarketWatch ● May 27, 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

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

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro

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