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
Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 10 July 2025
With westward views of the shimmering Pacific Ocean and a white-sand beach dotted with palm trees, this open-air space space is an easy and natural choice for couples seeking a tranquil, scenic ceremony.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 9 July 2025
Katie Bain, Billboard, 25 Mar. 2025
Location: In Kennebunkport BOOK NOW Lakefront Cabin Photo: Courtesy of Airbnb
Those in search of a true immersion in nature will fall for this open air lakefront cabin located 40 minutes from Acadia National Park.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
The light features a steel sheet pile caisson foundation and concrete deck, one-story concrete fog signal building and a steel 50 feet light tower topped with an open-air beacon, the release said.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 10 July 2025
With westward views of the shimmering Pacific Ocean and a white-sand beach dotted with palm trees, this open-air space space is an easy and natural choice for couples seeking a tranquil, scenic ceremony.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 9 July 2025
Noun
Initially open air, this upper floor of the venue now has a transparent, retractable roof to protect people on the dancefloor from the elements while still letting the sunlight in.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 25 Mar. 2025
Location: In Kennebunkport BOOK NOW Lakefront Cabin Photo: Courtesy of Airbnb
Those in search of a true immersion in nature will fall for this open air lakefront cabin located 40 minutes from Acadia National Park.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for open-air
Adjective
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Located in the former Mau Miami, next to the old Sugarcane space on First Avenue, Amavi is a 4,000-square-foot restaurant, with areas for indoor and outdoor dining.—
Connie Ogle
July 14,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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Keep reading for more deals on indoor and outdoor rugs from Wayfair while prices are discounted up to 88%.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Lost Dutchman State Park puts people up close to the craggy mountains' wilderness with abundant saguaro cactuses in the foreground, which can be seen from hiking trails ranging from easy to difficult.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
15 July 2025
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Primary concerns are recreation/PCT, wilderness values and firefighter safety in rough terrain.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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Millions of people across the United States have been advised to limit outdoors activity amid concerns over high air pollution levels.—
Matthew Robinson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
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Between the downtown scene, arts culture, outdoors opportunities, there's a lot to envy and many equate the city with luxury.—
Shelby Slade,
AZCentral.com,
14 July 2025
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Their wines can be funkier, more expressive, sometimes a little wild, but also more personal.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
8 July 2025
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The Judean wilds are full of others seeking clarity, plus a wicked merchant named Musa sent to test and torment the young ascetic from Galilee.—
Mia Barzilay Freund,
Vogue,
7 July 2025
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“Open-air.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open-air. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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