unavailability

/ˌʌnəˌveɪləˈbɪləti/
noun
  1. The state of not being able to be used, obtained, or reached.
    • Due to the unavailability of the manager, the meeting was postponed.
    • The unavailability of clean water is a serious problem in many regions.
    • The website showed an error message because of the unavailability of the server.
  2. The state of a person not being free to do something or meet someone.
    • The candidate's unavailability for an interview led to another person being hired.
    • His unavailability for the weekend trip disappointed his friends.
    • I understand your unavailability next Tuesday; we can reschedule.
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