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openmouthed

/ˌoʊ.pənˈmaʊθt/
o · pen · mouthed
Adverb:openmouthedly
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openmouthed Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Having the mouth open, especially in amazement, shock, or eager anticipation.

Example

"The children stood openmouthed as the magician made the elephant vanish from the stage."

2

Having a wide or unobstructed opening, such as a vessel, bag, or cavern.

Example

"They stored the harvested grain in large, openmouthed burlap sacks."

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• adverb

1

With the mouth open, especially in astonishment, wonder, or disbelief.

Example

"The tourists stared openmouthed at the intricate frescoes covering the cathedral ceiling."

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• Nearby Words

opening
openly
openmindedness
openmouthed
openness
opera
operability

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Openmouthed. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/openmouthed
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