The list below shows the origins of Mackenzie as well as things modernly associated with the name Mackenzie such as celebrities named Mackenzie. Origin and Meaning of Mackenzie. Mackenzie is a name of Scottish origin, and it means Son of Kenneth. It's a name commonly given to both boys and girls.
DEFINITION of 'Shovel Ready'. A phrase describing the status of a project that is considered to be in the advanced stages of development. Shovel-ready implies that the project can be begun by laborers and is past the planning stages. BREAKING DOWN 'Shovel Ready'.
Definition of prepare for English Language Learners. : 1  to make (someone or something) ready for some activity, purpose, use, etc. : 2  to make yourself ready for something that you will be doing, something that you expect to happen, etc. : 3  to make or create (something) so that it is ready for use.