make-ready

English

noun
Definitions
  • (printing) A sheet of paper on which overlays are pasted for printing.
  • (printing) The process of preparing such sheets
  • The process of preparing something for use.

Etymology

Compound from English make (companion, peer, mate, equal) + English ready.

Origin

English

ready

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