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
Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 3 Oct. 2025
Glen Manor Vineyards and Chester Gap Cellars both offer open-air tasting patios that showcase breathtaking views of the Shenandoah Valley.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
Eric D. Lawrence, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2025
Called The Cortège, the installation is a three-hour experience during which participants will be guided through various phases beginning with an open air food market and live music including hang drum and cello.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 18 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
The building could incorporate open-air elements like a pavilion off the back or side.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 3 Oct. 2025
Glen Manor Vineyards and Chester Gap Cellars both offer open-air tasting patios that showcase breathtaking views of the Shenandoah Valley.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
Noun
And then there’s the freedom of open air.
—Eric D. Lawrence, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2025
Called The Cortège, the installation is a three-hour experience during which participants will be guided through various phases beginning with an open air food market and live music including hang drum and cello.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 18 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for open-air
Adjective
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There’s also a covered front porch and second-story deck that can seat several people for outdoor entertainment.—
Katrina Cossey,
Parents,
8 Oct. 2025
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From a polished tote for the business class flier to a camp-ready fit for the outdoor enthusiast, these five ensembles are ready for your next adventure—starting at just $13.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Even though there was a collection of quarterbacks to start games between the Bernie Kosar era and the 1996 relocation, this is where the quarterback wilderness count usually begins.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Glaciers, vast wilderness and the northern lights await Phoenix travelers in 2026.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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However, some fish are more difficult to breed and raise, and may only be available as wild-caught.—
Simon Spichak,
Health,
1 Oct. 2025
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Much of that responsibility must first fall to journalists, those brave enough to traverse the internet wilds and report back their findings, to help interpret, say, meme language etched onto bullets.—
Richard Lawson,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Open-air.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open-air. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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