open-space
|o-pen-space|
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/ˈoʊpən speɪs/
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/ˈəʊpən speɪs/
unbuilt public area
Etymology
'open-space' originates from the combination of 'open' and 'space', where 'open' meant 'not closed' and 'space' meant 'an area or expanse'.
'open-space' evolved from the Old English word 'open' and the Latin word 'spatium', eventually becoming the modern English term 'open-space'.
Initially, it referred to any unoccupied area, but over time it evolved to specifically denote areas designated for public use or conservation.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an area of land that is not built on and is accessible to the public, often used for recreation or conservation.
The city has designated several open-spaces for community parks.
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Last updated: 2025/06/15 19:08