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

  • (..) That's funny, never thought Metro Man was the gloating type. Oh but he does have nice taste. I think I'll keep it. Any chance you could give me the time? I don't want to be late for the opening of the Metro Man museum. Oh no, looks like you're By several thousand years. Oh, am I? (..)
    2010 Megamind