Preparedness
[pri-pair-id-nis, -paird-nis] /prɪˈpɛər ɪd nɪs, -ˈpɛərd nɪs/
noun
1.
the state of being prepared; readiness.
2.
possession of adequate armed forces, industrial resources and potential, etc., especially as a deterrent to enemy attack.
preparedness
/prɪˈpɛərɪdnɪs/
noun
1.
the state of being prepared or ready, esp militarily ready for war
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