as in outdoor
of, relating to, or held in the open air
an open-air concert under the stars
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as in wilderness
that part of the physical world that is removed from human habitation
a family of city dwellers who can't wait to go camping in the open air
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Recent Examples of open-air
Ann Lee, TheWeek, 30 Apr. 2026
The best way to get your bearings is to board the safari vehicle, a Land Cruiser custom-fashioned with an open-air perch some 10 feet off the ground.
—Samantha Falewée, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026
Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
When sound travels through open air, higher frequencies get absorbed by the atmosphere faster than lower ones.
—Yook Jihun, Popular Science, 26 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
What to read next The Japanese eatery, Yutori, is an open-air circular restaurant overlooking the sea.
—Ann Lee, TheWeek, 30 Apr. 2026
The best way to get your bearings is to board the safari vehicle, a Land Cruiser custom-fashioned with an open-air perch some 10 feet off the ground.
—Samantha Falewée, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026
Noun
The 2026 Vanquish Volante serves as an ultra high end, open air, 2 door cruiser for drivers who prioritize prestige and driving engagement with an extra $750,000 to buy the best that Aston Martin has to offer.
—Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
When sound travels through open air, higher frequencies get absorbed by the atmosphere faster than lower ones.
—Yook Jihun, Popular Science, 26 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for open-air
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Conato Perfect for a mellow night out after a day of exploring, Conato features a warm atmosphere in a rustic outdoor setting.—
Regina Zumarraga,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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As well as the private pool, the large deck includes an outdoor kitchen area, shower and hammock built for two, the perfect place to watch the stars with just the sound of the birds and crickets.—
Hollie Clemence,
TheWeek,
27 Apr. 2026
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From tracking down a missing student in the wilderness of British Columbia to extracting a murder confession from a surfer in Tofino, Shade and Angie prove life on the West Coast is packed with heart-pounding thrills.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
27 Apr. 2026
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Held from July 23-26 on the Blackfeet Reservation and boasting a lineup including Neurosis, 16 Horsepower, and Enslaved, the intent behind Fire in the Mountains is something deeper and more noble than inviting a flock of metalheads to the pristine Montana wilderness.—
David Harris,
SPIN,
27 Apr. 2026
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Born at the zoo in 2024, Neukgu is a third-generation descendent of a group of wolves brought from Russia in 2008 as part of a project to reintroduce wolves resembling those that lived in the Korean wild before going extinct in the 1960s.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Today, the small wild-roaming herds are often viewed as a symbol of resilience and wisdom.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Open-air.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open-air. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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