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Definition of availability

availability

/əˌveɪləˈbɪləti/
a · vail · a · bil · i · ty

Adverb:availably
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Plural:availabilities
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Adjective:available
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availability Lexical Profile

availability Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality or state of being able to be used, obtained, or reached.

Example

"The store could not guarantee the availability of the popular new console before the holidays."


2

The state of being free and uncommitted to other duties, allowing one to participate in a meeting, job, or activity.

Example

"Please send the coordinator your availability for next week so she can schedule the interview."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 19th century from the adjective 'available' and the noun-forming suffix '-ity'. 'Available' derives from Middle English 'availe', ultimately tracing back to the Latin 'valere', meaning 'to be strong' or 'to be worth'.

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