문이나 창문 등이 닫히지 않아 통과할 수 있는 상태
not closed, fastened, or blocked up
예문:
"Please leave the window open for some fresh air."
"The gate was left wide open by mistake."
접혀 있던 것이 펼쳐지거나 꽃이 활짝 핀 상태
spread out or unfolded
예문:
"An open book lay on the table."
"The garden was full of beautiful open flowers."
상점이나 기관이 영업을 하거나 대중이 이용할 수 있는
available for business or public use
예문:
"Is the pharmacy still open at this hour?"
"The museum is open to visitors every day."
생각이나 감정을 숨기지 않고 솔직하게 드러내는
frank and honest in communication
예문:
"She was very open about her past experiences."
"We need to have an open and honest conversation."
아직 해결되거나 결정되지 않아 논의의 여지가 있는
not yet settled or decided
예문:
"Whether we should move is still an open question."
"The police say the investigation is still open."
닫혀 있는 것을 열거나 봉해진 것을 뜯다
to move something to a position that allows access
예문:
"He carefully opened the envelope with a knife."
"Can you help me open this jar of pickles?"
회의나 행사 등을 공식적으로 시작하다
to begin or start a session or event
예문:
"The CEO opened the conference with a short speech."
"The new gallery will open to the public next month."
사방이 트여 있는 야외나 노천 공간
the outdoors or a space with no cover
예문:
"It feels great to be out in the open."
"They decided to camp out in the open under the stars."