adv.
How readily we wish time spent revoked! Cowper. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. The state or quality of being ready; preparation; promptness; aptitude; willingness. [ 1913 Webster ]
They received the word with all readiness of mind. Acts xvii. 11. [ 1913 Webster ]
n.
The Jews had their weekly readings of the law. Hooker. [ 1913 Webster ]
Reading of a bill (Legislation),
a.
Reading book,
Reading desk,
Reading glass,
Reading man,
Reading room,