o·pen
o·pen/ˈōp(ə)n/
adjective
- allowing access, passage, or a view through an empty space; not closed or blocked up."the pass is kept open all year by snowplows"synonyms: not shut, not closed, unlocked, unbolted, unlatched, off the latch, unfastened, unbarred, unsecured, ajar, wide open, agape, gaping, yawning
- exposed to the air or to view; not covered."an open fire burned in the grate"
- with the outer edges or sides drawn away from each other; unfolded."the trees had buds and a few open flowers"synonyms: spread out, unfolded, unfurled, unrolled, straightened out, extended, stretched out
- (of a store, place of entertainment, etc.) officially admitting customers or visitors; available for business."the store stays open until 9 p.m."synonyms: open for business, open to the public
- freely available or accessible; offered without restriction."the service is open to all students at the university"synonyms: available, accessible, on hand, obtainable, on offer
- (of a person) frank and communicative; not given to deception or concealment."I was quite open about my views"synonyms: frank, candid, honest, forthright, direct, unreserved, blunt, plain-spoken, outspoken, free-spoken, downright, straightforward, genuine, natural, ingenuous, innocent, artless, transparent, guileless, simple, communicative, forthcoming, uninhibited, upfront, round
- (of a question, case, or decision) not finally settled; still admitting of debate."students' choice of major can be kept open until the second year"synonyms: unresolved, not yet settled, yet to be settled, undecided, unsettled, up in the air, open to debate, open for discussion, arguable, debatable, moot
- (of a string) allowed to vibrate along its whole length.
- (of a vowel) produced with a relatively wide opening of the mouth and the tongue kept low.
- (of an electrical circuit) having a break in the conducting path.
verb
- move or adjust (a door or window) so as to leave a space allowing access and view."she opened the door and went in"synonyms: unfasten, unlatch, unlock, unbolt, unbar, unclick, throw wide
- unfold or be unfolded; spread out."the eagle opened its wings and circled up into the air"synonyms: spread out, unfold, unfurl, unroll, straighten out, extend, stretch out
- make officially ready for customers, visitors, or business."one woman raised $731 by opening her home and selling coffee and tea"
- formally establish or begin (a new business or enterprise)."she began to teach and opened her own school"
- make (something) present, available, or accessible."a civil war there has opened the possibility of a peace treaty with the Federation"
- (of a piece of writing or music) begin."the chapter opens with a discussion of Anglo-Irish relations"
- break the conducting path of (an electrical circuit)."the switch opens the motor circuit"
noun
- outdoors, especially in an exposed or unprotected setting."guests were sitting in the open on the terrace"
- a championship or competition with no restrictions on who may compete."his victory in the 2003 Australian Open"
- an accidental break in the conducting path for an electric current.
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5 days ago · verb · 1. a. : to move (something, such as a door) from a closed position · 2. a. : to make available for or active in a regular function · 3. a · 4.
OPEN meaning: 1. not closed or fastened: 2. ready to be used or ready to provide a service: 3. not closed in or…. Learn more.
adjective · not closed or barred. the door is open · affording free passage, access, view, etc; not blocked or obstructed · not sealed, fastened, or wrapped.
open in American English · 1. a. in a state which permits access, entrance, or exit; not closed, covered, clogged, or shut · 2. a. · 3. unsealed; unwrapped · 4.
2. [+ object] : to cause (something) to no longer be covered, sealed, or blocked · 3. : to separate the parts or edges of (something) · 4. : to make a hole or ...
open ; definition 2: the condition of being without secrecy or not being hidden (usually used with "the"). Let's bring the truth into the open. similar words: ...
OPEN meaning: 1. not closed or fastened: 2. A store or business is open during the time it can do business: 3…. Learn more.
In a state which permits freedom of view or passage; not enclosed, fenced in, sheltered, screened, etc.; unobstructed; clear.
7 days ago · The meaning of OPEN (SOMEONE OR SOMETHING) TO (SOMEONE OR SOMETHING) is to allow (a particular group of people) to enter, use, ...