In a ___ open sleigh ... Crossword Clue

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In a ___ open sleigh ... Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

SLEIGH (verb)
1. ride (on) a sled
SLEIGH (noun)
1. a vehicle mounted on runners and pulled by horses or dogs; for transportation over snow
OPEN (adjective)
1. (of textures) full of small openings or gaps
2. not defended or capable of being defended
OPEN (verb)
1. start to operate or function or cause to start operating or functioning
2. spread out or open from a closed or folded state
OPEN (noun)
1. a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water
2. where the air is unconfined

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