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accessibility
/ˌæksəˈsɛsəbɪlɪti/
the degree to which a product or environment is usable by people with disabilities
The website was designed with accessibility in mind, ensuring it could be used by people with visual impairments.
The website was created to be usable by people with disabilities, such as those who are visually impaired.
Technology
formal
the quality of being easily reachable, understandable, or usable by people with disabilities
Modern software prioritizes accessibility to ensure all users, including those with disabilities, can navigate it easily.
Modern software is designed with accessibility in mind to make sure everyone, including people with disabilities, can use it without difficulty.
Accessibility often involves features like screen readers, keyboard navigation, and high-contrast displays.
formal
the degree to which a physical environment or service is usable by people with disabilities
The new building was praised for its accessibility, with ramps and elevators for wheelchair users.
The new building received praise for being accessible, as it included ramps and elevators for people who use wheelchairs.
Physical accessibility includes features like ramps, Braille signage, and accessible parking spaces.
Collocations
accessibility featuresspecific tools or designs that make something usable by people with disabilitiesaccessibility standardsguidelines or regulations that ensure products or environments are usable by everyone
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Pro Tip
Prioritize accessibility in design
When creating digital or physical products, always consider how people with disabilities will interact with them.
Gold Rule
Follow accessibility guidelines
Adhere to standards like WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) to ensure your products are inclusive.
Word Origin
From Latin 'accessibilis' (reachable), from 'accessus' (approach) + '-bilis' (able to). First recorded in English in the early 17th century.
Usage Notes
Accessibility is often discussed in the context of digital products, physical spaces, and services. It is closely related to inclusivity and usability.
Word Breakdown
access
the ability to reach or enter
root-ible
able to be
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