The term 'READY' can be represented by two crossword solutions, 'PRET' (4 letters) and 'PRETE' (5 letters). The word 'PRET' is a French word meaning 'READY' or 'PREPARED'. It is derived from the Latin word 'praeparatus', which means 'PREPARED'. The word 'PRETE' is also a French word meaning 'READY' or 'PREPARED'. It is derived from the Latin word 'praestare', which means 'to make READY'. Both words are used to describe someone who is PREPARED for something.