ready

/ˈrɛdi/
adjective
  1. Prepared for use or action.
    • She packed her bag and was ready for the trip.
    • The new software is ready to download.
    • Dinner is ready, so please come to the table.
  2. Willing or eager to do something.
    • The students were ready to learn new things.
    • I'm ready to try that new recipe tonight.
    • He is always ready to help a friend in need.
  3. Quick or prompt in action or thought.
    • She has a ready wit that makes everyone laugh.
    • The child's ready smile charmed the visitors.
    • He gave a ready answer to the reporter's question.
verb
  1. To prepare something for use or action.
    • They readied the boat for the morning race.
    • The team readied the presentation for the client meeting.
    • The chef readied the ingredients before starting to cook.
noun
  1. The state of being prepared, especially in a military context.
    • The firefighters kept their equipment at the ready.
    • The soldiers were at the ready, waiting for the command.
    • Keep your camera at the ready to capture the moment.
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