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English > 1 sense of the expression ready and waiting:
ADJECTIVEallready and waiting, waitingbeing and remaining ready and available for use
English > ready and waiting: 1 sense > adjective 1
MeaningAnd remaining ready and available for use.
Examples
  • "an impressive array of food ready and waiting for the guests"
  • "military forces ready and waiting"
Synonymwaiting
BroaderreadyCompletely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress