opening
o
ˈoʊ
ow
pe
ning
nɪng
ning
British pronunciation
/ˈə‍ʊpənɪŋ/

Definition & Meaning of "opening"in English

opening
01

marking the beginning of something

Opening
01

an empty or unobstructed space in or between things

02

a ceremony marking the start of a new enterprise or event

03

the act of causing something to open

04

the first public presentation of a play, musical, movie, or any other form of entertainment

What is the "opening"?

The opening refers to the first public performance or screening of a play, musical, movie, or other entertainment. It marks the moment when the work is presented to an audience for the first time, often following previews or rehearsals. This event is significant as it introduces the production to the public and can set the tone for its reception and success.

example
Examples
The opening of the Broadway musical was eagerly anticipated by theater enthusiasts.
05

a recognized sequence of moves at the start of a chess game

06

a man-made vacant or unobstructed space

07

an entrance fitted with a hatch, especially a passageway between a ship's decks

08

a hole or passage that gives access to a bodily cavity

09

a possible choice or option

10

the beginning section of an introduction

11

an available position, especially a job or opportunity for advancement

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