Definition of "Ready" :

noun: poised for action

"Their guns were at the ready."

verb: make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

"Get the children ready for school!."

verb: prepare for eating by applying heat

adjective: (of especially money) immediately available

"He seems to have ample ready money."

adjective: apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity

"A ready wit."

adjective: made suitable and available for immediate use

"Dinner is ready."

adjective: completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

"Get ready."

adjective: mentally disposed

"He was ready to believe her."