26984 words

access

18 definitions • 36 examples
1
the method or possibility of getting near to a place or person:

Examples:

The only access to the village is by boat.
The main access to (= entrance to) the building is at the side.
The children's father was refused access to them at any time (= refused official permission to see them).
2
the right or opportunity to use or look at something:

Examples:

The system has been designed to give the user quick and easy access to the required information.
gain access to We were able to gain access to the safe.
have access to Hackers had complete access to the company files.
3
to be able to get to or get inside a place:

Examples:

It is too difficult for anyone using a wheelchair to access the building.
Students need a card to access restricted areas such as residences and labs.
The basement room is accessed from outside.
4
to be able to use or obtain something such as a service:

Examples:

It needs to be easier for small businesses to access government resources and advice.
5
to open a computer file, a website, etc. in order to look at or change information in it:

Examples:

Most people use their phones to access the internet.
You have to enter a password to access the database.
A hacker remotely accessed the company's servers (= was able to look at information stored on the company's servers using a computer located in a different place).
6
the method or way of approaching a place or person, or the right to use or look at something:

Examples:

Without an official pass, the guards will deny you access to (= will not let you enter) the courthouse.
7
Access to something can also mean the opportunity or ability to use it:

Examples:

Many of the families do not have access to health care.
8
to get information, esp. when using a computer:

Examples:

People now can access information from the Internet as never before.
9
the right or opportunity to use or receive something:

Examples:

get/have/provide access to sth Community radio stations have access to public funding.
Everyone is entitled to fair access to employment.
10
the right or ability to look at documents and information:

Examples:

allow/grant/give sb access to sth She was granted access to the official archives.
gain access to sth You can gain access to your records via this website.
deny/restrict access to sth They planned to restrict access to their website content with the use of a subscription system.
Merchants have online access to their product data.
Auditors have unrestricted access to all records.
11
the ability to use a system such as the internet, or the way in which you can do this:

Examples:

access to sth Do you have access to the internet?
Business travellers expect free internet access.
broadband/wireless access
12
the method or possibility of getting to or entering a place:

Examples:

access to sth The site has easy access to the motorway.
The premises are equipped for disabled access.
13
the right or ability to buy and sell goods in a particular country or market:

Examples:

access to sth Our website gives us access to global markets.
14
the right to use a bank account, or to remove money from a bank account or an investment:

Examples:

access to sth Some accounts allow instant access to your savings.
15
the legal right to see your child or children, or other family member, especially after a divorce:

Examples:

access to sb Many fathers go to court to seek access to their children.
16
to open a computer file or to use a computer system such as the internet:

Examples:

Many users now access the internet via their mobile phones.
I can access my email remotely.
17
to look at a bank account, and be able to move money into or out of it:

Examples:

You can access your account online or by phone.
18
to be able to get or use something, especially a service:

Examples:

We advise staff on how to access appropriate training.

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