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convenience

con·ven·ience [ kən vnyənss ] (plural con·ven·ienc·es)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. quality of being convenient: the quality of being or making things easy, useful, or of increasing comfort
have the convenience of working at home

2. somebody's personal comfort: personal comfort, or circumstances that promote somebody's personal comfort
All rooms have cooking facilities, for our guests' convenience.

3. something providing ease or comfort: something that makes life easier or more comfortable, especially a labor-saving device
apartments supplied with every modern convenience

4. U.K. lavatory: a lavatory, especially in a public place

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