access
//ˈæksɛs//
Noun
accessesPlural
1
The means or opportunity to approach, enter, or use something
Students have access to the library until 10 PM.
2
The right or permission to approach, enter, or use something
Students have access to the library until 10 PM.
3
A way or means of entering or approaching a place
The only access to the building is through the main gate.
4
The action or process of obtaining or retrieving information stored in a computer's memory or database
The system allows fast access to customer data.
Verb
accessedPast tense
accessedPast participle
accessingPresent participle
accessesThird-person singular
1
To approach, enter, or use something
You can access the building through the main entrance.
2
To obtain or retrieve information from a computer system or database
You need a password to access the database.