Availability

/əˌveɪləˈbɪlɪti/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The quality of being able to be used or obtained; the state of being accessible.
The availability of fresh produce is crucial for a healthy diet.
The condition of being free to do something or not occupied.
Please check her availability before scheduling the meeting.
The extent to which a product or service is accessible to consumers.
The availability of the new smartphone model has been limited due to high demand.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'available', which comes from Late Latin 'valere', meaning 'to be strong, to be worth'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

on availability
Regarding what is present or can be used.
availability of goods
Refers to whether products can be purchased or found in stock.
availability check
A procedure to determine if something is accessible.

Related Words

avail
To make use of; to take advantage of.
available
Able to be used or obtained.
availableness
The quality of being available.

Slang Meanings

A'vail' (pronounced: uh-vail)
Let me check my a'vail' before we plan the trip.
Free time
I'm kind of low on a'vail' this week.