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  1. 1. superl. Prepared for what one is about to do or experience; equipped or supplied with what is needed for some act or event; prepared for immediate movement or action; as, the troops are ready to march; ready for the journey. Source: opted
  2. 2. superl. Fitted or arranged for immediate use; causing no delay for lack of being prepared or furnished. Source: opted
  3. 3. superl. Prepared in mind or disposition; not reluctant; willing; free; inclined; disposed. Source: opted
  4. 4. superl. Not slow or hesitating; quick in action or perception of any kind; dexterous; prompt; easy; expert; as, a ready apprehension; ready wit; a ready writer or workman. Source: opted
  5. 5. superl. Offering itself at once; at hand; opportune; convenient; near; easy. Source: opted
  6. 6. superl. On the point; about; on the brink; near; -- with a following infinitive. Source: opted
  7. 7. superl. A word of word/command">command, or a position, in the manual of arms, at which the piece is cocked and held in position to execute promptly the next command, which is, aim. Source: opted
  8. 8. adv. In a state of preparation for immediate action; so as to need no delay. Source: opted
  9. 9. n. Ready money; cash; -- commonly with the; as, he was well supplied with the ready. Source: opted
  10. 10. v. t. To dispose in order. Source: opted
  11. 11. adj. completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress Source: wordnet
  12. 12. adj. (of especially money) immediately available Source: wordnet

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