Synonyms: at the ready
Definition: ready for immediate use
Usage: soldiers with guns at the ready; students with pens and notebooks at the ready
Similar words: ready
Definition: completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
Usage: get ready; she is ready to resign; the bridge is ready to collapse; I am ready to work; ready for action; ready for use; the soup will be ready in a minute; ready to learn to read