CEFR A1

open

verb

Meaning

To move a door, window, or lid so that it is no longer closed.

Examples

Please open the window.
He opened the box and looked inside.

Synonyms: unfasten, uncover, reveal, unveil

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open (A1)

verb

Pronunciation: ˈoʊpən

Definition

To move a door, window, or lid so that it is no longer closed.

Examples

Please open the window.
He opened the box and looked inside.
Can you open the door?

How to Use open

open the door (collocation): To move a door so it is not closed. — "Please open the door."
open a window (collocation): To move a window so it is not closed. — "Open a window to let in fresh air."
open [something] (collocation): To make something not closed or not covered. — "He opened the box carefully."
open [a business/account] (collocation): To start a new business or financial account. — "They plan to open a new shop next month."
open [a game/competition] (collocation): To begin a game or competition. — "The tournament opens with a ceremony."

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