Meaning of at the ready(p) in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Classifying Adjective

   at the ready(p)

   Definitions

   1. ready for immediate use

   Examples

   • « soldiers with guns at the ready »
   • « students with pens and notebooks at the ready »

   Synonyms

   • ready