to bloom; to open up; to be liberal
Meanings
3 senses · 10 examplesverb
to bloom; to blossom; to unfold
Specifically refers to flowers opening.
Spring has arrived, and all flowers are blooming.
This rose should bloom tomorrow.
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The lotus flowers in the park bloom in summer.
verb
to open (up); to lift restrictions; to become accessible
Commonly used for policies, places, or systems becoming less restrictive.
The airport was closed for three days and only reopened today.
This new library will open to the public next week.
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Reform and opening-up is an important national policy for China.
During the pandemic, many countries closed their borders, but now they are gradually opening up.
adjective
open-minded; liberal; outgoing
commendatoryDescribes a person's personality or mindset.
She has an outgoing personality and makes friends easily.
Growing up in an open-minded family, he learned to tolerate different viewpoints.
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We need a more open-minded attitude to accept new things.