readinessorder

noun
UK /ˈrɛdinəsˌɔːdə/
US /ˈrɛdinəsˌɔːrdər/

A readiness order is a rule that tells people to get ready for something.

The captain gave a readiness order so everyone prepared for the storm.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. An official instruction to put equipment or troops into a state of readiness.

The base received a readiness order before the exercise began.

3. A signal that tells a team to prepare to start an activity.

The coach's readiness order sent the players to their positions.

4. A command in a checklist that confirms everything is prepared.

The pilot completed the readiness order before takeoff.