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Meaning of open-ended

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

open-ended

adjective

Definitions

  1. Unrestricted by definite limits.

    Example: There will be an open-ended discussion.

  2. Adaptable to change.

    Example: The topic is definitions, but is open-ended really.

  3. Permitting a spontaneous or unstructured response.

    Example: I'll ask you an open-ended question.

  4. Of a straight draw, made up of four consecutive cards, thus able to be completed by either of two ranks of card.

    Example: The flop of 3-6-Q gave Brunson an open-ended straight draw with his 4-5 of hearts.