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opening

[ ˈoʊpənɪŋ ]

Noun / Adjective

Oxford 3000

^{Context #1 | Noun}

of a door or container

An act or instance of making or becoming open.

Synonyms

aperture, entrance, gap, hole

Examples of usage

The opening of the door revealed a beautiful garden outside.
She struggled with the opening of the jar, but eventually managed to open it.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

of an event or performance

The beginning part of an event or performance.

Synonyms

beginning, commencement, introduction, start

Examples of usage

The opening of the concert was spectacular, with fireworks and music.
She delivered the opening speech at the conference.

^{Context #3 | Noun}

in a schedule or timetable

A time available for a meeting or appointment.

Synonyms

appointment, availability, slot, time slot

Examples of usage

We have an opening in our schedule next Tuesday for a meeting.
Do you have any openings for a consultation this week?

^{Context #4 | Adjective}

positive or receptive

Ready to consider new ideas or suggestions.

Synonyms

accepting, open-minded, receptive, welcoming

Examples of usage

She is very opening to feedback and always willing to improve.
The team members had an opening attitude towards the proposed changes.

Translations

Translations of the word "opening" in other languages:

🇵🇹 abertura

🇮🇳 खुलना

🇩🇪 Eröffnung

🇮🇩 pembukaan

🇺🇦 відкриття

🇵🇱 otwarcie

🇯🇵 開放 (かいほう)

🇫🇷 ouverture

🇪🇸 apertura

🇹🇷 açılış

🇰🇷 열림

🇸🇦 افتتاح

🇨🇿 otevření

🇸🇰 otvorenie

🇨🇳 开幕 (kāimù)

🇸🇮 odprtje

🇮🇸 opnun

🇰🇿 ашылу

🇬🇪 გახსნა

🇦🇿 açılış

🇲🇽 apertura

Word origin

The word 'opening' has its origin in the Old English word 'openung', which is derived from the verb 'open'. The concept of 'opening' has been fundamental to human experience, from the opening of doors to the opening of events. The word has evolved over time to encompass various meanings related to beginnings, receptiveness, and opportunities.