Access Definition & Meaning

access
noun
  1. the right to enter
  2. the right to obtain or make use of or take advantage of something (as services or membership)
  3. a way of entering or leaving; "he took a wrong turn on the access to the bridge"
  4. a code (a series of characters or digits) that must be entered in some way (typed or dialed or spoken) to get the use of something (a telephone line or a computer or a local area network etc.)
  5. (computer science) the operation of reading or writing stored information
  6. the act of approaching or entering; "he gained access to the building"
verb
  1. obtain or retrieve from a storage device; as of information on a computer
  2. reach or gain access to; "How does one access the attic in this house?"; "I cannot get to the T.V. antenna, even if I climb on the roof"

"Access" in song lyrics

See how access is used in real songs:

  • "Backstage passes, V.I.P. all access"
    Artifacts f/ Redman — Cummin Thru Ya F--kin' Block
  • "Givin rappers hot flashes for actions of our main access"
    Artifacts — This is Da Way
  • "Chill, I'm still street deep, I got access"
    Big Tymers f/ Ludacris, Lil Wayne, Jazzy Pha — Down South

Usage tips for "access"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "access" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for access to find words that pair well.

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