prompt

/pɹɒmpt/ · noun

Meaning

A reminder or cue.
A time limit given for payment of an account for produce purchased, this limit varying with different goods.
A sequence of characters that appears on a monitor to indicate that the computer is ready to receive input.
(writing) A suggestion for inspiration given to an author.
To lead (someone) toward what they should say or do.
To show or tell an actor/person the words they should be saying, or actions they should be doing.
To initiate; to cause or lead to.
Quick; acting without delay.
On time; punctual.
Ready; willing to act.

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