Accessed
/ˈæksɛs.ɪd/
verbIntermediateCommonTechnology
Meaning
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To obtain or retrieve (data or a file) from a computer system.
/ˈæksɛs.ɪd/
verbneutralIntermediate
Technology
Obtain or retrieve (data or a file) from a computer system.
After logging in, I accessed my email.
How It's Used
Computer Science
"You can easily access your files from any device."
From Middle English, from Old French acesser, from Latin accedere ‘go up to, approach’.
Historically, 'access' has been used in a variety of contexts, including physical access to places and social access to influential people.
Memory tip
Imagine unlocking a door to retrieve stored information.
Practice
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Usage
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