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o·pen·ing
 opening
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- pronunciation:
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| definition 1: |
An opening is the act, process, or result of making something open.
Everyone gathered around for the opening of Max's birthday presents.People were excited about the opening of the new restaurant.- similar words:
- unfastening, unlocking
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| definition 2: |
An opening is a hole or empty space where something can get through. A window is an opening in a wall.
Jessie looked through an opening in the fence.Mice are easily able to fit through small openings in walls.- synonyms:
- gap, hole, space
- similar words:
- blank, interval
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| definition 3: |
The beginning of something, such as a book or a game, is called an "opening."
The opening of this book was a little boring, but it got more interesting after the first few chapters.- antonyms:
- close
- similar words:
- introduction
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| definition 4: |
The first performance or showing of a play or film is called an "opening."
The opening of the play is tonight and everyone is very excited. |
| definition 5: |
A job that is available is called an "opening."
There is an opening for two new teachers at the school.- similar words:
- job, opportunity, position, spot
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| related words: |
cavity, entrance, escape, leak, passage, way |
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