opener

/ˈoʊpənər/
noun
  1. A tool or device used to open something, especially a bottle, can, or jar.
    • The can opener broke, so she had to use a knife.
    • He used a bottle opener to pop the cap off the soda.
    • I need a jar opener to get the lid off this pickle jar.
  2. The first event, performance, or item in a series; the beginning part of something.
    • The season opener attracted a huge crowd to the stadium.
    • The first chapter is a strong opener for the novel.
    • The comedian was the opener for the main concert.
  3. A person who opens something, such as a door or a letter.
    • She worked as a mail opener at the post office.
    • The door opener held the entrance for the guests.
    • The automatic door opener made it easy for wheelchair users.
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