access

[ac·cess]

Most libraries provide computers you can use to access the Internet. If chemicals are being stolen from a lab, you might ask who has access to the lab. Access is approaching or making use of something, or the ability to do so

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A coming to, or near approach; admittance; admission; accessibility; as, to gain access to a prince.

Noun
the act of approaching or entering; "he gained access to the building"

Noun
a way of entering or leaving; "he took a wrong turn on the access to the bridge"

Noun
(computer science) the operation of reading or writing stored information

Noun
the right to obtain or make use of or take advantage of something (as services or membership)

Noun
the right to enter

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Verb
reach or gain access to; "How does one access the attic in this house?"; "I cannot get to the T.V. antenna, even if I climb on the roof"

Verb
obtain or retrieve from a storage device; as of information on a computer


n.
A coming to, or near approach; admittance; admission; accessibility; as, to gain access to a prince.

n.
The means, place, or way by which a thing may be approached; passage way; as, the access is by a neck of land.

n.
Admission to sexual intercourse.

n.
Increase by something added; addition; as, an access of territory. [In this sense accession is more generally used.]

n.
An onset, attack, or fit of disease.

n.
A paroxysm; a fit of passion; an outburst; as, an access of fury.


Access

Ac*cess" (; 277), n. [F. acc'8as, L. accessus, fr. accedere. See Accede.] 1. A coming to, or near approach; admittance; admission; accessibility; as, to gain access to a prince.
I did repel his letters, and denied His access to me.
2. The means, place, or way by which a thing may be approached; passage way; as, the access is by a neck of land. "All access was thronged." Milton. 3. Admission to sexual intercourse.
During coverture, access of the husband shall be presumed, unless the contrary be shown.
4. Increase by something added; addition; as, an access of territory. [In this sense accession is more generally used.]
I, from the influence of thy looks, receive Access in every virtue.
5. An onset, attack, or fit of disease.
The first access looked like an apoplexy.
6. A paroxysm; a fit of passion; an outburst; as, an access of fury. [A Gallicism]

A coming to, or near approach; admittance; admission; accessibility; as, to gain access to a prince.

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Usage Examples

Access to computers and the Internet has become a basic need for education in our society.

Access to books and the encouragement of the habit of reading: these two things are the first and most necessary steps in education and librarians, teachers and parents all over the country know it. It is our children's right and it is also our best hope and their best hope for the future.

As a former recipient of these services I can honestly say that the overwhelming majority of TANF recipients are hard-working Americans who are down on their luck, and just want an opportunity to better their lives and those of their family through work and access to education.

A variety of factors contribute to the price of gasoline in the United States. These factors include worldwide supply, demand and competition for crude oil, taxes, regional differences in access to gasoline supplies and environmental regulations.

A man's primary fantasy is access to a variety of attractive women without the fear of rejection.

And I believe that if we can care about whether or not our neighbor has a good job or access to affordable health care for their children, and we move to implement the policies that can improve these situations, we will unleash vast amounts of human potential and recapture the American spirit.

Because of the president's leadership, every American will have access to affordable, quality health care.

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Other Usage Examples

America's health care system provides some of the finest doctors and more access to vital medications than any country in the world. And yet, our system has been faltering for many years with the increased cost of health care.

America enjoys the best health care in the world, but the best is no good if folks can't afford it, access it and doctor's can't provide it.

All Americans should have access to quality, affordable health care.

As state leaders, I think its important for us to provide our perspectives on issues we face every day - like access to school spending, access to health care and governing in a global economy.

A common misconception is that the costs of health care are cheaper in rural America, when in fact the reality is that they are more expensive and more difficult to access.

Aereo is the first potentially transformative technology that has the chance to give people access to broadcast television delivered over the Internet to any device, large or small, they desire. No wires, no new boxes or remotes, portable everywhere there's an Internet connection in the world - truly a revolutionary product.

Accordingly, it is our task to ensure that the Government formulates policies that foster the continued development of the IT sector while also providing for citizens' access to technology and opportunity for economic advancement.

Acting has given me a way to channel my angst. I feel like an overweight, pimply faced kid a lot of the time - and finding a way to access that insecurity, and put it toward something creative is incredibly rewarding. I feel very lucky.

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