opening actions

noun phrase

UK /ˈəʊpənɪŋ ˈækʃənz/

US /ˈoʊpənɪŋ ˈækʃənz/

The first things that happen or that someone does at the start of something.

The opening actions of the game got everyone excited.

SYNONYMS

first moves initial steps starting moves beginning acts first deeds

RELATED WORDS

opening actions start beginning first scene

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The first moves a player makes in a game like chess.

Her opening actions in chess surprised her opponent.

3. The first things a character does in a story or play.

The opening actions of the play show the hero at home.

4. The first steps taken to begin a plan or project.

The team's opening actions were to gather tools and make a list.