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Commonopen
The correct spelling is open.
How to pronounce open
/ˈəʊ.pən/
adjectiveIPA: /ˈəʊ.pən/
Say it like: Ope-n
The correct spelling is open. Not closed For example: "an open hand; an open flower"
Usage Examples
“an open hand; an open flower”
“Banks are not open on bank holidays.”
“I am open to new ideas.”
Meanings
adjective
- 1.Not closed
- 2.Not physically drawn together, closed, folded or contracted; extended
- 3.Actively conducting or prepared to conduct business.
- 4.Receptive.
- 5.Public
verb
- 1.To make something accessible or allow for passage by moving from a shut position.
- 2.To make (an open space, etc.) by clearing away an obstacle or obstacles, in order to allow for passage, access, or visibility.
- 3.To bring up, broach.
- 4.To enter upon, begin.
- 5.To spread; to expand into an open or loose position.
noun
- 1.(with the) Open or unobstructed space; an exposed location.
- 2.(with the) Public knowledge or scrutiny; full view.
- 3.A defect in an electrical circuit preventing current from flowing.
- 4.A sports event in which anybody can compete
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