Open ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Open ( adjective )

  1. Not closed or blocked.
  2. Accessible or available for entry, inspection or use.
  3. Not covered or enclosed.
  4. Not secret or hidden.
  5. Not determined or settled.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french ouvert, past participle of ovrir, from latin apertus 'opened', from aperire 'to open'.

Examples:

  1. The curtains were open and the room was filled with light.
  2. The library is open until midnight for students to study.
  3. The field was wide open and perfect for a game of soccer.
  4. The investigation is still open and ongoing.
  5. She kept her mind open to new ideas and experiences.

(As a verb)

Open ( verb )

  1. Not closed or blocked.
  2. Accessible or available for entry, inspection or use.
  3. Not covered or enclosed.
  4. Not secret or hidden.
  5. Not determined or settled.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french ouvert, past participle of ovrir, from latin apertus 'opened', from aperire 'to open'.

Examples:

  1. The curtains were open and the room was filled with light.
  2. The library is open until midnight for students to study.
  3. The field was wide open and perfect for a game of soccer.
  4. The investigation is still open and ongoing.
  5. She kept her mind open to new ideas and experiences.
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