/əˈveɪl/
noun
Effect in achieving a goal or aim; purpose, use (now usually in negative constructions).Proceeds; profits from business transactions.An advertising slot or package.A press avail.Non-binding notice of availability for work.A readily available stock of oil.Benefit; value, profit; advantage toward success.Effort; striving.verb
To turn to the advantage of.To be of service to.To promote; to assist.To be of use or advantage; to answer or serve the purpose; to have strength, force, or efficacy sufficient to accomplish the object.To provide; to make available.