ready | Dictionary of The Vulgar Tongue by Francis Grose

Ready
·vt To dispose in order. II. Ready ·superl Offering itself at once; at hand; opportune; convenient;...

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ready
1) to forward any thing ; I'll ready your words or message. North. 2) more ready, more roasted or b...

A glossary of provincial and local words used in England by Francis Grose
Ready-made
·adj Made already, or beforehand, in anticipation of need; not made to order; as, ready-made clothin...

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Ready-witted
·adj Having ready wit. ...

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ready up
v. See quotation. 1893. `The Age,' Nov. 25, p. 13, col. 2: « Mr. Purees: A statement has been mad...

Dictionary of Australasian Words Phrases and Usages by Edward E. Morris
make ready!
Be prepared. ...

The Sailor's Word-Book
ready oh!
See ready about! ...

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ready about!
or ready oh! The order to prepare for tacking, each man to his station. (See about.) ...

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ready with the lead!
A caution when the vessel is luffed up to deaden her way, followed by "heave." ...

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