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accessibility
/əkˌsɛs.əˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/
[/əkˌsɛs.əˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/]
usability for all
Advancednoun
Definition
The design of products and services so that people with disabilities can use them.
Example
Adding captions and keyboard controls greatly improved the website's accessibility for everyone.
Adding captions and keyboard controls greatly improved the website's accessibility for everyone.
Etymology
From 'accessible'; the inclusive-design sense is modern.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in design, technology, and public policy.