Meaning & Definition of word "Avail"

Avail

əˈvāl

1. use or advantage.
- Example: He went to great lengths for the avail of his project.
2. the state of being available.
- Example: The avail of the service during the holiday season is limited.

1. to make use of; to take advantage of.
- Example: I will avail myself of the opportunity to study abroad.
2. to help or benefit.
- Example: The resources can avail the students in need.

●Middle English, from Old French 'aveillir' meaning 'to avail oneself,' from Latin 'valere' meaning 'to be strong.'

avail oneself of:

to take advantage of something

avail of:

to make use of

availability:

the state of being able to be used or obtained

valiant:

showing courage or determination

valid:

having a sound basis in logic or fact

Meaning: to get something beneficial

● Example Sentence: If you can avail at the event, you might get a free meal.

Meaning: to leverage an opportunity

● Example Sentence: Dude, you gotta avail while the sale's on!