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enable
enable
verb en·able \i-ˈnā-bəl\
: to make (someone or something) able to do or to be something
: to make (something) possible, practical, or easy
: to cause (a feature or capability of a computer) to be active or available for use
en·ableden·abling \-b(ə-)liŋ\
Full Definition of ENABLE
transitive verb
1
a : to provide with the means or opportunity <training that enables people to earn a living> b : to make possible, practical, or easy <a deal that would enable passage of a new law> c : to cause to operate <software that enables the keyboard>
2
: to give legal power, capacity, or sanction to <a law enabling admission of a state>
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Examples of ENABLE
- The machine enables us to create copies without losing quality.
- The system enables students to access class materials online.
- These choices are part of what enabled the company to be successful.
- a filing system that enables easy access to information
- Be sure to enable your computer's firewall.
First Known Use of ENABLE
15th century
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