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(Entry 1 of 3)
as in preparing, introducing
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readying
nounSynonyms of readying (Entry 2 of 3)
as in preparation, coaching
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readying
verb
present participle of ready
Synonyms & Antonyms of readying (Entry 3 of 3)
1
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
- this advanced course should ready him for college
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2
to make ready in advance
- we can ready the desserts for the party a day in advance
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3
to prepare (oneself) mentally or emotionally
- the basketball players sat quietly in the locker room, readying themselves for the final game of the season
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“Readying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/readying. Accessed 9 Dec. 2021.
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