open
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: opener · openest · opens · opening
Sense 1
Physically unobstructed, uncovered, etc. — Able to have something pass through or along it.
Adjective
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Physically unobstructed, uncovered, etc. — Not covered, sealed, etc.; having an opening or aperture showing what is inside.
Adjective
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
To make or become physically unobstructed, uncovered, etc. — To make or become accessible or clear for passage by moving from a shut position.
Verb
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 4
To make or become physically unobstructed, uncovered, etc. — To make or become clear by removal of objects and obstructions, so as to allow passage, access, or visibility.
Verb
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “open” mean?
Physically unobstructed, uncovered, etc. — Able to have something pass through or along it.
Is “open” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.