What is the meaning of fain?

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adjective

Having made preparations.
- usage: "prepared to take risks"
- synonyms: disposed, inclined, prepared

adverb

In a willing manner.
- usage: "this was gladly agreed to"; "I would fain do it"
- synonyms: gladly, lief

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