HyperDic: at_the_ready

English > 1 sense of the expression at the ready:
ADJECTIVEallat the readyready for immediate use
English > at the ready: 1 sense > adjective 1
MeaningReady for immediate use.
Examples
  • "soldiers with guns at the ready"
  • "students with pens and notebooks at the ready"
BroaderreadyCompletely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

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