: a device that is used in the kitchen to open cans of food
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Buildup was also seen inside the microwave, ice machine and a tabletop can opener in front of the dessert station.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
29 June 2026 Focus on a first-aid kit, non-perishable food, a can opener, and one gallon of water per person (per day).—
Rae Ford,
Martha Stewart,
20 June 2026 The facility’s table can-opener and can opener holder had food residue build up.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
june 5,
Sacbee.com,
5 June 2026 Thankfully, Papa Bob had a can opener, sparing us hours of hearing about it.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
17 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for can opener