opening notion
noun phraseUK /ˈəʊpənɪŋ ˈnəʊʃən/
US /ˈoʊpənɪŋ ˈnoʊʃən/
A first idea that starts a talk or a plan.
The opening notion of her speech was that everyone can help.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. The first belief someone has about something before learning more.
His opening notion about the game changed after he played it.
3. A beginning suggestion made at the start of a meeting.
The opening notion was to meet again next week.
4. An early hint or clue that something is beginning.
The opening notion of spring came with the first warm day.