Accessibility Definition & Meaning

Definition

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Synonyms accessibility American [ak-ses-uh-bil-uh-tee] / ækˌsɛs əˈbɪl ə ti /

noun

1. the quality of being easy to approach, reach, enter, speak with, use, or understand.

   Transportation in boats, land vehicles, and eventually aircraft dramatically increased the accessibility of most locations on the planet.

   What is most immediately noticeable about the music is its accessibility.

2. the quality of being usable, reachable, obtainable, etc..

   The closeness and accessibility of the moon allow us to operate there in a way that is not possible with other space destinations.

   The Open Access policy establishes the company’s expectations relating to the public accessibility of data from research done by staff members or outside contractors.

3. the quality of being suitable or adapted for use by people with disabilities.

   Undoubtedly, tourism and travel revenues will come to depend more and more on adequate accessibility as the number of senior and disabled visitors grows in the coming decades.

Other Word Forms

• unaccessibility noun

Etymology

Origin of accessibility

accessibl(e) ( def. ) + -ity ( def. )

Example Sentences

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"I wouldn't want to take away the everyman, working-class accessibility of the brand," he says.

From BBC

Along with British streaming sites, they will be required to follow content and accessibility rules applied to traditional broadcasters, a statement said.

From Barron's

In a rare move, 100% of artwork sales go directly to the artists, showing an emphasis on accessibility and equity.

From Los Angeles Times

She points to the increase in accessibility of at-home fermentation, fermentation programs at culinary school and cabbage varieties available at the local farmer’s markets in New York City.

From Salon

The report recognised the park for its strong community engagement, sensory‑rich play and accessibility.

From BBC

Related Words

• convenience

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