access
Translation
entry, approach, the right to use something
Examples
The only access to the village is by boat.
The only access to the village is by boat.
I don't have access to that file.
I don't have access to that file.
The new ramp provides wheelchair access.
The new ramp provides wheelchair access.
Grammar Patterns
((to sth.)) the right or opportunity to use or see something Students need access to good resources.
have/get/gain access to ((sth.)) to be able to use or see something You need a password to get access to the system.
Similar Words
Synonyms: entry, admittance, entrance; Antonyms: exit, denial
Etymology
From Latin 'accessus' (an approach), from 'accedere' (to approach), which breaks down into 'ad-' (to) + 'cedere' (to go).
Memory Tips
Think of a key giving you 'access' to a room. It's the way in or the right to enter.