I. ˈya(a)]ər, ˈye], ]ə; ˈyär, ˈyȧ(r adjective
( -er/-est )
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English gearu, gearo; akin to Old High German garo ready, complete, Old Norse gerr, görr ready, perfect, skilled, Old High German garawen to prepare, Old English gierwan to prepare, cook and probably to Old English wearm warm — more at warm
1. archaic : set for prompt action : ready
2. or yar ˈyär, ˈyȧ(r\
a. : characterized by speed and agility : nimble , lively
b. of a ship : easily handled : maneuverable
• yare·ly adverb , archaic
II. adverb
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English gearo, gearwe; akin to Old English gearo, gearu ready
archaic : quickly