Convenience Definition

Contents

• 1 English
  • 1.1 Etymology
  • 1.2 Pronunciation
  • 1.3 Noun
    • 1.3.1 Derived terms
    • 1.3.2 Related terms
    • 1.3.3 Translations
  • 1.4 External links

English

Etymology

From Latin convenientia < conveniens (“suitable”), present participle of convenire (“to come together, suit”).

Pronunciation

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Noun

convenience (plural conveniences)

1. the quality of being suitable, useful or convenient
2. anything that makes for an easier life

   Fast food is popular because of its cost and convenience.

3. a convenient time, especially in the phrase at one's convenience
4. (chiefly UK) a public toilet

Derived terms

• convenience food
• convenience store
• flag of convenience
• marriage of convenience

Related terms

• convene
• convenient
• convent
• convention

External links

• convenience in The Century Dictionary, The Century Co., New York, 1911
• convenience at OneLook Dictionary Search

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See Also:

• Convenience
• Convenience Food
• Flag of Convenience