open
1 of 3verb/ˈoʊpən/
Forms:opens,opening,opened,opened
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to move something like a window or door into a position that people, things, etc. can pass through or use
A1transitive- He opens the window to let in some fresh air.
- My sister and I opened the door to see what was inside the room.
- She opened the door and welcomed her guests inside.
- They opened the gate to allow access to the garden.
- Could you open the window?It’s getting warm in here.
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to unfold or spread something that was previously closed or folded
transitive- The flower opened its petals to the warmth of the sunlight.
- The hiker opened the map to find the trail route.
- The musician opened the sheet music before the performance.
- She opened the umbrella as the rain began to fall.
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to start or begin a meeting, speech, performance, etc.
transitive- The mayor will open the town hall meeting with a brief welcome address.
- The orchestra conductor will open the concert with a stirring rendition of the national anthem.
- The CEO will open the shareholders' meeting with a report on the company's performance and strategic direction.
- The host will open the variety show with a comedic skit to set the tone for the evening's entertainment.
- The master of ceremonies will open the awards ceremony with an introduction of the guest speakers and presenters.
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to facilitate the availability or accessibility of something
transitive- The company's expansion into international markets has opened new opportunities for growth and revenue.
- The discovery of new evidence has opened the door to a retrial for the defendant.
- The adoption of renewable energy sources has opened possibilities for reducing carbon emissions.
- The technological advancements in healthcare have opened doors to innovative treatments and therapies.
- The cultural exchange program has opened windows for understanding between diverse communities.
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to become available for use or access
- The online registration portal will open at midnight, allowing participants to sign up for the workshop.
- The restaurant will open for lunch service at 11:30 a.m.
- The application window for the scholarship program will open next week.
- The online banking platform will open for transactions at midnight.
- The concert venue will open to ticket holders an hour before the show.
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to initiate action in a card game by making the first move
transitive- In the game of poker, the player with the highest-ranking card typically opens the betting round.
- During the bridge game, the dealer opens the auction by making the initial bid.
- The lead player in a round of spades opens the game by playing the first card.
- In a game of hearts, the player holding the 2 of clubs usually opens the hand by playing that card.
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to have a passage, entryway, or outlet that allows access to a space or area
- The cave opened into a vast chamber, revealing stalactites hanging from the ceiling.
- At the end of the narrow alley, the street opened onto a bustling marketplace.
- The gate opened onto a meandering path that led through the garden.
- The ancient castle had many secret passages, hidden doors, and hidden chambers that opened into unexpected spaces.
- At the edge of the cliff, the trail opened onto a breathtaking vista.
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to make the contents of a file or an application visible on a computer screen
transitive- To work on the presentation, simply open the PowerPoint file and start editing the slides.
- She needed to open the spreadsheet to review the financial data and prepare the budget report.
- Before printing the document, make sure to open it in the word processor and check for any errors.
- To watch the video, simply open the media player and select the file from your library.
- Before submitting the document, it's essential to open it in the text editor and ensure proper formatting.
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to perform as the first act before the main show or headliner
- The local band will open for the famous rock group tonight.
- She was thrilled to open the comedy show for a well-known stand-up star.
- The rising singer got a chance to open for a major artist on tour.
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to make something accessible for use, business, or public entry
- They plan to open a new café downtown next month.
- The museum will open its new exhibit to the public next weekend.
- The restaurant is opening a second location in the neighboring city.
- She opened her home for a charity event to support local causes.