Opening Definition
opening
adjective
- first or beginning; "the memorable opening bars of Beethoven's Fifth"; "the play's opening scene"
noun
- an open or empty space in or between things; "there was a small opening between the trees"; "the explosion made a gap in the wall"
- a ceremony accompanying the start of some enterprise
- becoming open or being made open; "the opening of his arms was the sign I was waiting for"
- the first performance (as of a theatrical production); "the opening received good critical reviews"
- the act of opening something; "the ray of light revealed his cautious opening of the door"
- opportunity especially for employment or promotion; "there is an opening in the sales department"
- the initial part of the introduction; "the opening established the basic theme"
- a possible alternative; "bankruptcy is always a possibility"
- an aperture or hole that opens into a bodily cavity; "the orifice into the aorta from the lower left chamber of the heart"
- a vacant or unobstructed space that is man-made; "they left a small opening for the cat at the bottom of the door"
- an entrance equipped with a hatch; especially a passageway between decks of a ship
- a recognized sequence of moves at the beginning of a game of chess; "he memorized all the important chess openings"
- the first of a series of actions
"Opening" in song lyrics
See how opening is used in real songs:
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"Like she wants me to do her grand opening."
The Beatnuts — Party -
"Talk opening"
DJ K.O. f/ K-Hill, Masta Ace, Phonte, Wordsworth — Ladder of Success -
"Into play, during in the opening"
DJ Muggs vs. GZA f/ Raekwon, RZA — Advanced Pawns (Royal)
Words that rhyme with opening
Usage tips for "opening"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "opening" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for opening to find words that pair well.