readying

read·y

R r

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [red-ee]
- /ˈrɛd i/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [red-ee]
- /ˈrɛd i/

Definitions of readying word

adjective readying completely prepared or in fit condition for immediate action or use: troops ready for battle; Dinner is ready. 1
adjective readying duly equipped, completed, adjusted, or arranged, as for an occasion or purpose: The mechanic called to say that the car is ready. 1
adjective readying willing: ready to forgive. 1
adjective readying prompt or quick in perceiving, comprehending, speaking, writing, etc. 1
adjective readying proceeding from or showing such quickness: a ready reply. 1
adjective readying prompt or quick in action, performance, manifestation, etc.: a keen mind and ready wit. 1

See all 18 definitions of readying

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Origin of readying

First appearance:

before 1150

One of the 7% oldest English words

1150-1200; Middle English redy, early Middle English rædig, equivalent to Old English rǣde prompt + -ig -y1

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Parts of speech for Readying

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

Full grammatical hierarchy of Readying

readying popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 57% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

readying usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for readying

noun readying

build-up — the physical structure, especially of a person; physique; figure: He had a strong build.
chalk talk — an informal lecture with pertinent points, explanatory diagrams, etc, shown on a blackboard
domestication — to convert (animals, plants, etc.) to domestic uses; tame.
homework — schoolwork assigned to be done outside the classroom (distinguished from classwork).
incubation — the act or process of incubating.

adj readying

inductive — of, relating to, or involving electrical induction or magnetic induction.

adjective readying

exploratory — Relating to or involving exploration or investigation.

All 9 Synonyms of readying