open
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ˈoʊ
ow
pen
pən
pēn
British pronunciation
/ˈə‌ʊpən/

Definition & Meaning of "open"in English

to open
01

to move something like a window or door into a position that people, things, etc. can pass through or use

Transitive: to open a door or window
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He opens the window to let in some fresh air.
1.1

(of a door or window) to become open so that people, things, etc. can pass through

Intransitive
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He pressed a button, and the garage door opened, revealing his car.
02

to unfold or spread something that was previously closed or folded

Transitive: to open something folded
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The flower opened its petals to the warmth of the sunlight.
03

to start or begin a meeting, speech, performance, etc.

Transitive: to open a meeting or performance | to open a meeting or performance with sth
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The mayor will open the town hall meeting with a brief welcome address.
04

to facilitate the availability or accessibility of something

Transitive: to open an opportunity
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The company 's expansion into international markets has opened new opportunities for growth and revenue.
05

to become available for use or access

Intransitive: to open point in time
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The online registration portal will open at midnight, allowing participants to sign up for the workshop.
06

to initiate action in a card game by making the first move

Transitive: to open a card game
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In the game of poker, the player with the highest-ranking card typically opens the betting round.
07

to have a passage, entryway, or outlet that allows access to a space or area

Intransitive: to open into a space | to open onto a space
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The cave opened into a vast chamber, revealing stalactites hanging from the ceiling.
08

to make the contents of a file or an application visible on a computer screen

Transitive: to open a file or an application
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To work on the presentation, simply open the PowerPoint file and start editing the slides.
09

to perform as the first act before the main show or headliner

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The local band will open for the famous rock group tonight.
10

to make something accessible for use, business, or public entry

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They plan to open a new café downtown next month.
01

letting people or things pass through

open definition and meaning
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He left the laptop open to continue working on his project.
02

(of business, public building, etc.) ready to be visited or provide a service to customers

open definition and meaning
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My favorite coffee shop is open even on holidays.
03

having a straightforward and honest attitude

open definition and meaning
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She has an open attitude and is always willing to discuss any issues that arise.
04

having no barriers, obstacles, or obstructions

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The open road stretched for miles with no traffic in sight.
05

with no protection or shield

06

open to or in view of all

07

not having been filled

08

accessible to all

09

not enclosed or restricted

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The garden had an open layout, allowing visitors to wander freely among the flowers.
10

not defended or capable of being defended

11

not sealed or having been unsealed

12

not brought to a conclusion; subject to further thought

13

open and observable; not secret or hidden

14

not requiring union membership

15

possibly accepting or permitting

16

ready to accept new ideas or different opinions without judging them unfairly

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She is open to learning about other cultures.
Open
01

a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water

02

an outdoor, unconfined area or space

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The horses grazed peacefully in the open.
03

information that has become public

04

a tournament in which both professionals and amateurs may play

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