Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Ichidan verb
to make way for; to make room for; to get out of the way
esp. 道を空ける
このご婦人が通れるように道をあけてください。Please move out of the way so this lady can go through. to pave the way for; to open up opportunity
esp. 道を開ける
Also written 道を開ける【みちをあける】、道をあける【みちをあける】