connectivity

noun

con·​nec·​tiv·​i·​ty (ˌ)kä-ˌnek-ˈti-və-tē How to pronounce connectivity (audio)
kə-
plural connectivities
: the quality, state, or capability of being connective or connected
connectivity of a surface
especially : the ability to connect to or communicate with another computer or computer system

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According to zoo officials, the Chinese government has established 67 panda reserves and launched a national park system aimed at improving habitat connectivity and long-term survival of the species. Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026 Zoo officials note that the Chinese government has established 67 panda reserves and developed a national park system aimed at improving habitat connectivity and supporting the long-term survival of the species. Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026 Additionally, all models have Bluetooth connectivity. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026 Amazon executive Panos Panay says billions of people still lack reliable connectivity. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for connectivity

Word History

First Known Use

1893, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of connectivity was in 1893

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“Connectivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/connectivity. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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