To endure against; stand or ward off; defend against; withstand; resist.
To offset; compensate for; make restitution for.
Offset; restitution.
To prepare; to make ready for action.
ready money; cash
Not slow or hesitating; quick in action or perception of any kind.
Prepared for immediate action or use.
Offering itself at once; at hand; opportune; convenient.
Inclined; apt to happen.
Liable at any moment.