enable

 
Pronunciation: /ɪnˈeɪb(ə)l, ɛn-/

verb

[with object]
  • 1 [with infinitive] give (someone) the authority or means to do something; make it possible for: the evidence would enable us to arrive at firm conclusions
  • make (something) possible: each of them has wheels to enable easy transportation the Department is leading the effort to enable a smooth and timely transition
  • 2chiefly Computing make (a device or system) operational; activate: you can enable compression or even virus scanning prior to backup
  • (as adjective, in combination -enabled) adapted for use with the specified application or system: WAP-enabled mobile phones

Derivatives

enablement

noun

enabler

noun

Origin:

late Middle English (formerly also as inable): from en-1, in-2, + able