(computer science) a symbol that appears on the computer screen to indicate that the computer is ready to receive a command, a cue given to a performer (usually the beginning of the next line to be spoken), A reminder or cue, adjective_ Quick, acting without delay, ready and willing or quick to act, Done or rendered quickly, readily, or immediately; given without delay or hesitation; -- said of conduct, verb_ give an incentive for action, assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned, To lead someone toward what they should say or do, transitive verb_ To move to act; spur; incite, To assist with a reminder; remind, To suggest; to dictate