Definition

A space or gap that allows access or passage, or the beginning of an event or activity.

Example

The opening of the new park was celebrated with a big ceremony.

Conversation

Did you hear about the opening of that new coffee shop downtown?

Yeah, I saw it on social media! It looks really nice.

We should go check it out during the weekend at the opening.

Definitely! It'll be fun to explore a new place together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Opening → It is formed from "open" (from Old English *openian*, meaning to make or become open) and "-ing" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating an action or process). The word "opening" refers to the action or process of making something open or the state of being open.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'making something open' — that's what 'opening' means.

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