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Meaning of the word open in English

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open

US /ˈoʊ.pən/
UK /ˈoʊ.pən/
"open" picture

Adjective

1.

allowing access, passage, or a view through an empty space; not closed or blocked up

Example:
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The door was open.
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The shop is open until 9 PM.
Synonym:
closedshutblocked
2.

not covered or enclosed

Example:
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He left the window open.
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The wound was still open.
Synonym:
coveredenclosed
3.

frank and communicative; not secretive

Example:
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She was very open about her feelings.
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He has an open mind to new ideas.
Synonym:
frankcandidhonestforthrightdirect

Verb

1.

move (a door or window) from a closed position so as to allow access or a view

Example:
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Please open the window.
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He opened the book to page 50.
Synonym:
closeshut
2.

start or begin (an event, a business, or a period of time)

Example:
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The new store will open next month.
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The meeting will open with a prayer.
Synonym:
beginstartcommenceinaugurate

Adverb

1.

in an open position or state

Example:
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He pushed the door open.
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The box burst open.
Synonym:
closedshut

Noun

1.

an open or unobstructed space

Example:
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They ran out into the open.
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The vast open of the desert stretched before them.
Synonym:
outdoorsopen airuncovered area
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