Open punctuation
noun
1.
punctuation characterized by sparing use of stops, esp of the comma Compare close punctuation
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- Open-reel
adjective 1. another term for reel-to-reel
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noun 1. ship registration under a national flag available to all ships regardless of nationality. 2. a national ship registry open to ships of all nations.