B2nountechnologysociety
US/ˈæk.ses/
UK/ˈæk.ses/
the right or chance to use something, see someone, or enter a place
In context
Many rural schools still don't have access to fast internet.
Only senior staff can get access to the server room.
Everyone should have equal access to healthcare and education.
Words that go with access
noun + preposition
- access toThe hotel has direct access to the beach.
verb + noun
- have accessDo all employees have access to this file?
- gain accessHackers gained access to thousands of customer accounts.
noun + noun
- internet accessThe flat comes with free internet access.
adjective + noun
- easy accessLiving near the metro gives you easy access to the city centre.
- equal accessGirls should have equal access to education.
- limited accessPeople in remote areas have limited access to hospitals.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Students can access to the library online.Correct: Students can access the library online.