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avail

The correct spelling is avail.

How to pronounce avail

/əˈveɪl/
noun

IPA: /əˈveɪl/

Say it like: Ava-yl

The correct spelling is avail. Effect in achieving a goal or aim; purpose, use (now usually in negative constructions). For example: "I tried fixing it, to no avail.  Labor, without economy, is of little avail."

Usage Examples

I tried fixing it, to no avail.  Labor, without economy, is of little avail.

While holding an avail yesterday, the candidate lashed out at critics.

I availed myself of the opportunity.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Effect in achieving a goal or aim; purpose, use (now usually in negative constructions).
  2. 2.Proceeds; profits from business transactions.
  3. 3.An advertising slot or package.
  4. 4.A press avail.
  5. 5.Non-binding notice of availability for work.

verb

  1. 1.To turn to the advantage of.
  2. 2.To be of service to.
  3. 3.To promote; to assist.
  4. 4.To be of use or advantage; to answer or serve the purpose; to have strength, force, or efficacy sufficient to accomplish the object.
  5. 5.To provide; to make available.

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