unlimbered

/ʌnˈlɪmbərd/
adjective
  1. Made ready for use; prepared or deployed.
    • The unlimbered equipment was spread across the workbench.
    • The unlimbered cannons stood ready on the battlefield.
    • With unlimbered tools, the carpenter began the project.
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