noun
can opener that has a triangular pointed end that pierces the tops of cans
• Hypernyms: ↑can opener, ↑tin opener
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noun : an implement with a triangular pointed head at one end for piercing the tops of cans (as of beer) and usually a rounded head at the other end for removing bottle caps
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Slang.
a small metal can opener having a sharp triangular pointed end for punching holes in the top of a beverage can, as of beer.
[1950-55]
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church key noun (US)
A pointed lever-like tool for making pouring- or drinking-holes in tin cans
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Main Entry: ↑church
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church key,
U.S. Slang. a bottle or can opener, especially of beer.
Useful english dictionary. 2012.