readily-available
|read-i-ly-a-vail-a-ble|
B2
/ˈrɛdɪli əˈveɪləbl/
easily accessible
Etymology
Etymology Information
'readily-available' originates from the combination of 'readily,' meaning 'without hesitation or delay,' and 'available,' meaning 'able to be used or obtained.'
Historical Evolution
'Readily' and 'available' have been used separately in English since the 14th century, and their combination into 'readily-available' is a modern usage to emphasize ease of access.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'readily' meant 'eagerly' or 'willingly,' but in this context, it evolved to mean 'easily' or 'without delay.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
easily accessible or obtainable without delay.
The information was readily-available online.
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Last updated: 2025/05/02 06:40