To access
Example: Users access the system through a secure login
Definition
"To access" means to gain entry or the ability to use or retrieve information from a system, place, or resource. For example, users access the system through a secure login, allowing them to interact with its features or data.
Etymology
The verb "to access" comes from the Latin word 'accessus,' meaning 'approach' or 'entrance.' It entered English in the early 17th century and originally referred to approaching or admittance. Did you know? Its use in computing and information technology became popular only in the late 20th century as digital systems demanded terms for gaining entry to data.
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"To access" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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