1) an open space from which trees have been cleared in a forest (clearing)
2) a clear, open space in a forest (glade)
3) an open space or a building where people meet to buy and sell goods (market)
4) a roofed and floored open space along the side(s) of a house, sports pavilion etc (veranda)
an open space from which trees have been cleared in a forest
gap in area