convenience

Universal Words noun 1 [U] the quality of being useful, easy or suitable for sb: We have provided seats for the convenience of our customers. * For (the sake of) convenience, the two groups have been treated as one in this report. * The position of the house combines quietness and convenience. * In this resort you can enjoy all the comfort and convenience of modern tourism. seealsoFLAGOFCONVENIENCE, MARRIAGEOFCONVENIENCE 2 [C] something that is useful and can make things easier or quicker to do, or more comfortable: It was a great convenience to have the school so near. * The house had all the modern conveniences (= central heating, hot water, etc.) that were unusual at that time. seealsoPUBLICCONVENIENCE IDIOMS at sb's convenience (formal) at a time or a place which is suitable for sb: Can you telephone me at your convenience to arrange a meeting? moreatEARLYadj.