open
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈəʊ.pən/]
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1. open (adj) — sense 1
Definition: Physically unobstructed, uncovered, etc.: Able to have something pass through or along it.
Example: Come in – the door's open.
2. open (adj) — sense 2
Definition: Physically unobstructed, uncovered, etc.: Not covered, sealed, etc.; having an opening or aperture showing what is inside.
Example: The jewellery box was lying open.
3. open (adj) — sense 3
Definition: Physically unobstructed, uncovered, etc.: Not physically drawn together, folded or contracted.
Example: She greeted them with open arms.
4. open (verb) — sense 4
Definition: To make or become physically unobstructed, uncovered, etc.: To make or become accessible or clear for passage by moving from a shut position.
Example: Turn the doorknob to open the door.
5. open (verb) — sense 5
Definition: To make or become physically unobstructed, uncovered, etc.: To make or become clear by removal of objects and obstructions, so as to allow passage, access, or visibility.
Example: The icebreaker opened the channel.
6. open (verb) — sense 6
Definition: To make or become physically unobstructed, uncovered, etc.: To unseal or uncover, or become unsealed or uncovered.
Example: You can open your eyes now!
7. open (noun) — sense 7
Definition: Open or unobstructed space; an exposed location.
Example: I can't believe you left the lawnmower out in the open when you knew it was going to rain this afternoon!
8. open (noun) — sense 8
Definition: Public knowledge or scrutiny; full view.
Example: We have got to bring this company's corrupt business practices into the open.
9. open (noun) — sense 9
Definition: A defect in an electrical circuit preventing current from flowing.
Example: The electrician found the open in the circuit after a few minutes of testing.
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