1. Military personnel and equipment that are fully prepared, trained, and equipped to engage in armed conflict or military operations at any time
The combat-ready forces were deployed to the region within hours of the alert.
As forças prontas para o combate foram desdobradas na região dentro de horas após o alerta.
2. Armed troops that have reached optimal operational status and can immediately respond to military threats
The general inspected the combat-ready forces to ensure they met all readiness standards.
O general inspecionou as forças prontas para o combate para garantir que atendessem a todos os padrões de prontidão.