can opener

/kæn ˌoʊp(ə)nər/
/kæn ˈʌʊpənə/
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Other forms: can openers

Definitions of can opener
  1. noun
    a device for cutting cans open
    synonyms: tin opener
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    types:
    church key
    can opener that has a triangular pointed end that pierces the tops of cans
    type of:
    opener
    a hand tool used for opening sealed containers (bottles or cans)
Pronunciation
US
/kæn ˌoʊp(ə)nər/
UK
/kæn ˈʌʊpənə/
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