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open-ended definition

open-ended (-en′did)

adjective

  1. having no set limits as to duration, direction, amount, number, etc.; broad, unlimited, or unrestricted an open-ended discussion
  2. open to change; allowing for modifications as things develop
  3. designating or of a question allowing for a freely formulated answer rather than one made by a choice from among predetermined answers

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