user-friendliness
|us/er/friend/li/ness|
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/ˈjuːzər ˈfrɛndlinəs/
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/ˈjuːzə ˈfrɛndlɪnəs/
(user-friendly)
easy to use
Etymology
Etymology Information
'user-friendliness' originates from the combination of 'user' and 'friendly', where 'user' refers to the person using a system or product, and 'friendly' implies ease and pleasantness.
Historical Evolution
'user-friendliness' evolved from the concept of 'user-friendly', which became popular in the late 20th century with the rise of personal computing.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the ease of use of computer interfaces, but now it applies to a wide range of products and services.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being easy and pleasant to use.
The user-friendliness of the software was praised by many.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45