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Definition readiness in British English

readiness noun

noun
/ˈredinəs/
1

a state of being ready and able to deal with what might or will happen

Example

We prepared a room and meal in readiness for their arrival.

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2

the state of being willing to do something

Example

He expressed his readiness to accept the challenge.

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Definition readiness in British English