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/ˈəʊ.pən/ English

Definitions

Not closed
Not physically drawn together, closed, folded or contracted; extended“an open hand; an open flower”
Actively conducting or prepared to conduct business.“Banks are not open on bank holidays.”
Receptive.“I am open to new ideas.”

To make something accessible or allow for passage by moving from a shut position.“Turn the doorknob to open the door.”
To make (an open space, etc.) by clearing away an obstacle or obstacles, in order to allow for passage, access, or visibility.“He opened a path through the undergrowth.”
To bring up, broach.“I don't want to open that subject.”
To enter upon, begin.“to open a case in court, or a meeting”

(with the) Open or unobstructed space; an exposed location.“I can't believe you left the lawnmower out in the open when you knew it was going to rain this afternoon!”
(with the) Public knowledge or scrutiny; full view.“We have got to bring this company's corrupt business practices into the open.”
A defect in an electrical circuit preventing current from flowing.“The electrician found the open in the circuit after a few minutes of testing.”
A sports event in which anybody can compete“the Australian Open”