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    Ouvraient (en. Opened)

    [uvʁɛ]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To make a space available or an object accessible.
    They were opening the door to let the sun in.
    Ils ouvraient la porte pour laisser entrer le soleil.
    To make something public or accessible.
    The authorities were opening the files to the public.
    Les autorités ouvraient les dossiers au public.
    To begin an event or an action.
    They opened the ceremony with a speech.
    Ils ouvraient la cérémonie avec un discours.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'aperire', which means 'to open'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    open a debate
    to initiate a discussion on a subject.
    ouvrir un débat
    open one's eyes
    to become aware of reality.
    ouvrir les yeux
    open the ball
    to start a dance or a party.
    ouvrir le bal

    Related Words

    open
    Action of making accessible.
    ouvrir
    opened
    That is not closed, accessible.
    ouvert
    opening
    Action or manner of opening.
    ouverture

    Slang Meanings

    To let in, to allow access.
    They were opening for friends.
    Ils ouvraient pour les amis.
    To start something new.
    They were opening a new chapter in their life.
    Ils ouvraient un nouveau chapitre dans leur vie.