Definitions of ready:

• noun:   poised for action

  Example: "Their guns were at the ready"

• verb:   prepare for eating by applying heat
• verb:   make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

  Example: "Get the children ready for school!"

• adjective:   brought into readiness

  Example: "Dinner is ready"

• adjective:   completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

  Example: "Get ready"

• adjective:   mentally disposed

  Example: "He was ready to believe her"

• adjective:   apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity

  Example: "A ready wit"

• name:  A surname (rare: 1 in 50000 families; popularity rank in the U.S.: #6894)