make-ready en · NOUN
Etymology
From make + ready.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) A sheet of paper on which overlays are pasted for printing.
- (countable, uncountable) The process of preparing such sheets.
- (countable, uncountable) The process of preparing something for use.
- (countable, uncountable) The process of preparing something for use. ▸ The process of preparing a printing press for a print run.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| makeready | alternative | lexicographic | |
| make-readies | Number=Plur | lexicographic |