open-faced

adjective

ˌō-pən-ˈfāst How to pronounce open-faced (audio)
variants or less commonly open-face
ˌō-pən-ˈfās How to pronounce open-faced (audio)
: served without a covering layer (as of bread or pastry)
an open-faced sandwich

Examples of open-faced in a Sentence

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This mixture works well on sliced bread, and makes a fine topping for an open-faced sandwich over fresh naan. — Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 1 Apr. 2026 Display all your favorite holiday decor in its open-face shelves, or leave room for books and blankets to cozy up by the fireplace with. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2025 This versatile accessory can be worn as an open-face balaclava, neck gaiter or full ski mask. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026 Made open-faced and toasted under the broiler, multiple melts come together at once, so no one at the table has to wait for a sandwich. — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for open-faced

Word History

First Known Use

1918, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of open-faced was in 1918

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“Open-faced.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open-faced. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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