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Readying: meaning, definitions and examples

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readying

 

[ ˈrɛdiɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

preparing stage

Readying refers to the act of preparing or making something ready for use or action. It often implies that one is in the process of arranging or organizing something to ensure it functions or is effective.

Synonyms

arranging, organizing, preparing, setting up

Examples of usage

  • She is readying the documents for review.
  • They are readying the stage for the concert.
  • He spent all morning readying his equipment for the job.

Translations

Translations of the word "readying" in other languages:

🇵🇹 preparando

🇮🇳 तैयारी करना

🇩🇪 Vorbereitung

🇮🇩 menyiapkan

🇺🇦 підготовка

🇵🇱 przygotowanie

🇯🇵 準備する

🇫🇷 préparation

🇪🇸 preparación

🇹🇷 hazırlık

🇰🇷 준비

🇸🇦 التحضير

🇨🇿 příprava

🇸🇰 príprava

🇨🇳 准备

🇸🇮 priprava

🇮🇸 undirbúningur

🇰🇿 дайындау

🇬🇪 მომზადება

🇦🇿 hazırlıq

🇲🇽 preparación

Word origin

The word 'readying' is the present participle form of the verb 'ready', which dates back to the early Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'ræde', meaning 'prepared' or 'set in a state of readiness'. The concept of being ready can be traced back to various Germanic languages, highlighting a common theme of preparation in many cultures. As language evolved, the term 'ready' has come to embody not only physical preparedness but also a mental and emotional state of being ready to face challenges or changes. The transition to the continuous form 'readying' signifies an ongoing process, emphasizing the dynamic nature of preparation in various contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,107 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.