avail

名詞

UK/əˈveɪl/
US/əˈveɪl/

定義 avail 名詞

  1. Uncountable

    the use, benefit, or advantage derived from something.

    • They tried to convince her not to quit her job, but it was to no avail.

    • Despite my best efforts to improve the situation, they were of little avail.

    • He sought assistance, but it was of no avail.

動詞

UK/əˈveɪl/
US/əˈveɪl/

定義 avail 動詞

  1. Transitiveold use

    to be of assistance or benefit to someone or something, typically in an older context.

    • Our efforts availed us nothing at all.

    • His advice availed me nothing.

    • Their attempts availed them nothing.

  2. Transitive

    to make use of an opportunity or resource.

    • Many students have already availed themselves of the chance to study at this college.

    • To avail yourself of this service, please click here.

    • Please feel free to avail yourselves of the resources we have made available.

片語動詞 avail

  • avail yourself of something

    to utilize something to your benefit

    You should avail yourself of this opportunity to enhance your skills.