Prepare for some future role (5)

I believe the answer is:

groom

(Other definitions for groom that I've seen before include "Stable hand" , "Attendant for horses" , "Bride's choice" , "New husband" , "One who brushes up" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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