English

access

ˈæksɛs, əkˈsɛs, ˈæk.ses, ˈækˌses, ˈækˌsɛs
Meaning: the right or opportunity to use or look at something
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: əkˈsɛs, ˈæk.ses, ˈækˌses, ˈækˌsɛs

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Example sentences

The password gives you access to the database.
Most households in this city have access to high-speed internet.
Most households in this city have access to high-speed internet.
The hotel offers exclusive access to a private beach for its guests.
The hotel offers exclusive access to a private beach for its guests.
Access to clean water is intrinsic to a high quality of life.
Access to clean water is intrinsic to a high quality of life.
Unauthorized access to this area is strictly forbidden.
Unauthorized access to this area is strictly forbidden.
The government is working to improve access to health care.
The government is working to improve access to health care.

Usage Notes

Commonly used with the preposition 'to'. It can refer to physical entry or the right to use digital resources.

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