opening
|o-pen-ing|
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/ˈoʊ.pən.ɪŋ/
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/ˈəʊ.pən.ɪŋ/
(open)
transparency and accessibility
Etymology
'opening' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'openung', where 'open' meant 'not closed'.
'openung' changed from Old English to the modern English word 'opening'.
Initially, it meant 'the act of opening', but over time it evolved to include meanings like 'gap' and 'beginning'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a gap or space through which something can pass.
There was an opening in the fence.
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Noun 2
the beginning or initial part of something.
The opening of the ceremony was spectacular.
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Noun 3
a job or position that is available.
There is an opening for a software engineer at the company.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'open'.
She is opening the door.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40