B1nounworkbusiness
US/ˈoʊ.pən.ɪŋ/
UK/ˈəʊ.pən.ɪŋ/
the start of something, a hole or gap, or a job or chance that is available
In context
The opening of the film was slow, but it got better.
There is an opening for a nurse at the local clinic.
She squeezed through a small opening in the fence.
Words that go with opening
noun + noun
- opening hoursThe opening hours are listed on the door.
- opening ceremonyMillions watched the opening ceremony on television.
- job openingThe company has a job opening in the sales team.
- opening nightTickets for the opening night sold out in an hour.
- opening remarksThe chairman made short opening remarks.
adjective + noun
- narrow openingA narrow opening in the wall let in some light.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
an opening of a jobCorrect: a job opening