widely-available
|wide-ly-a-vail-a-ble|
B2
/ˈwaɪdli əˈveɪləbl/
(available)
usable or obtainable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'available' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'avaler,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'valer' meant 'to be worth.'
Historical Evolution
'avaler' transformed into the Middle English word 'availe,' and eventually became the modern English word 'available.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to be of worth or value,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'able to be used or obtained.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
easily accessible or obtainable by a large number of people.
The new software is widely-available for download.
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Last updated: 2025/04/24 10:56