open question
nounUK /ˌəʊpən ˈkwestʃən/
US /ˌoʊpən ˈkwestʃən/
A question that does not have just one right answer.
The teacher asked an open question about what makes a good friend.
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2. A matter that is not yet settled or decided.
Whether we will go to the park is still an open question.
3. A question that invites a long, thoughtful answer rather than a yes or no.
Instead of asking yes-or-no questions, she asked open questions to learn more.
4. Something people are still wondering about and do not know for sure.
How the ancient builders moved the stones remains an open question.