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opens

The correct spelling is opens.

How to pronounce opens

/ˈəʊ.pənz/
verb

IPA: /ˈəʊ.pənz/

Say it like: Ope-ns

The correct spelling is opens. To make something accessible or allow for passage by moving from a shut position. For example: "Turn the doorknob to open the door."

Usage Examples

Turn the doorknob to open the door.

He opened a path through the undergrowth.

I don't want to open that subject.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To make something accessible or allow for passage by moving from a shut position.
  2. 2.To make (an open space, etc.) by clearing away an obstacle or obstacles, in order to allow for passage, access, or visibility.
  3. 3.To bring up, broach.
  4. 4.To enter upon, begin.
  5. 5.To spread; to expand into an open or loose position.

noun

  1. 1.(with the) Open or unobstructed space; an exposed location.
  2. 2.(with the) Public knowledge or scrutiny; full view.
  3. 3.A defect in an electrical circuit preventing current from flowing.
  4. 4.A sports event in which anybody can compete

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