access

Everyday

1. Access is a way of getting into a place. tree →
2. Access is the right or chance to use or see something. tree →
3. (verb) To access something is to reach it, get into it or use it, especially information on a computer. tree →

In the lessons

In computing lessons: «access a file», «access the internet», «password to access». In everyday life: «wheelchair access», «no access» signs. In safety: emergency access must be kept clear. Phrases: «have access to», «gain access», «access road».

Examples

• The only access to the beach is down the steps. tree →
• Every child should have access to clean water. tree →
• You need a password to access the school computer. tree →
• The building has wheelchair access. tree →
• Keep the fire exit clear for emergency access. tree →
• We accessed the website from home. tree →
• Access to the park is free. tree →
• For it was illuminated by artificial means, and none but women had access to it. tree →

Note

Noun usually uncountable: «access to». Adjective: accessible. Double «c», double «s». Do not confuse with «excess» (too much).

In Jewish tradition

In Isaiah God says He "gave access" to people who did not ask for Him, meaning He let them find Him and come near.

Interpretation. The tradition reads this as God reaching out to nations that had not sought Him, showing that He is open to all who turn to Him.

Examples

• I gave access to them that asked not for Me, I was at hand to them that sought Me not; I said: 'Behold Me, behold Me', unto a nation that was not called by My name. (Prophets ISA.65.1, JPS 1917) tree →

Note

Noun usually uncountable: «access to». Adjective: accessible. Double «c», double «s». Do not confuse with «excess» (too much).