Meaning & Definition of word "Avail"

Avail

əˈvāl

noun:

  • 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.

verb:

  • 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.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

avail oneself of:

to take advantage of something

avail of:

to make use of

Related Words

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

Slang Meanings of avail

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!