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open

Meanings
  • Verb

    To make an object or space available for access or use.

    - "I will open the door for you."
    - "The book is now open for public viewing."
    - "The store opens at 9 am."
  • Adjective

    A state of being accessible or free.

    - "The window was left open."
    - "The park is open to the public."
    - "The box contained an open bottle of soda."
Pronunciation




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  2. /ˈəʊ.pən/



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  3. /ˈoʊ.pən/



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  5. /ˈəʊ.pən/



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  6. /ˈoʊ.pən/



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  7. Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75900265"
  8. /ˈəʊ.pən/



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  9. /ˈoʊ.pən/



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Antonyms

closed , shut , checked , closed , closed-source , proprietary , bare , shut
Synonyms

free , accessible , unimpeded , free , raise , bare , start , unseal
Rhymes
Words rhyming with open
home , groom , moon , spoon
Homonyms
Words having the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings and origins

  1. open (Spanish) : A container or package

  2. open (Japanese) : To win or come in first place

Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. opened

  2. open up

  3. opener

  4. oppose

Variants
List of all variants of open that leads to same result
open , opener , openest , openly , openness , opennesses , openabilities , openability , openable , opened , opening , opens , open admission , open admissions , open adoption , open adoptions , open-air , open air , open airs , open-and-shut , open arms , open bar , open bars
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

opens, opened, opening

Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English 'openan' from 'op' meaning 'up' and 'gan' meaning 'go'.

Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

  1. An open book is a symbol of knowledge and learning.

  2. In baseball, an open stance refers to a batting position where the feet are spread wider apart.

  3. Open-source software is freely available to the public for use and modification.

Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

  1. access: The ability or right to obtain, use, or enter something.

  2. invitation: A formal request to attend an event or join a group.

Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In literature, 'open' often represents a new beginning, freedom, or an invitation to explore. In art, open doors or windows can symbolize opportunity or invitation.

How to Memorize "open"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a door being opened or an empty space that is accessible.

  2. associate

    - Think of the feeling of freedom when entering an open space.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember 'Open Opportunities Provide Endless New Beginnings'.

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