opening

Definition

  • noun: a hole or empty space that you can go through
  • noun: an act or instance of making or becoming open
  • usually singular

Examples

  • It seemed that the whole world was 'opening up' for me. [=it seemed that anything was possible]

  • In her 'opening statement', she told the jury that her client was not guilty.

  • One of my favorite comedians is 'opening for' the band on their current tour.

Movie quotes

  • (..) for being cool on the side. ''Only you understand me, toilet bowl. You're the only friend l have, my wonderful toilet bowl.'' Now, people keep coming to the door. (imitates door opening) ''Are you all right?'' And you say, ''Oh, yes. l'm always like this all the time. ''Just having a little picnic. (..)
    1983 Bill Cosby: Himself