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/əˈveɪləbəl/
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1 · adjective
Ready to be obtained, used, bought, or arranged at the present time.
现在可以取得、使用、购买或安排的。
Use be available; ask whether an item is available to borrow.
Is this dictionary available to borrow today?
English pronunciation · Device-generated pronunciation (depends on browser and system voices)
Your current device will speak after you click; voices can differ by device.
这本词典今天可以借吗？
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Your current device will speak after you click; voices can differ by device.
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The main stress is on the second syllable: a-VAIL-a-ble.
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2 · adjective
obtainable or accessible and ready for use or service
可用的；可获得的
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There are many jobs available in the computer industry.
English pronunciation · Synthesized MP3 · Candidate — listening review pending
计算机产业能够提供相当多的就业岗位。
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Pronunciation: /əveɪləbəl/
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可借 — Indicates that an item is currently permitted or able to be borrowed.