open

Definition

• n. a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water
• n. a tournament in which both professionals and amateurs may play
• n. information that has become public
• v. cause to open or to become open

Word forms

Past tense

opened

Past participle

opened

Present participle

opening

Third person singular

opens

Example sentences

1. n.

   We had a picnic in the open, surrounded by trees and flowers.

2. a.

   The store is open every day from 9 AM to 9 PM.

3. vt.

   Please open the window to let some fresh air in.

4. vi.

   The flowers begin to open as spring arrives.

5. 計

   You can use the 'open' command to access the file.