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opener

Pronunciation: [ˈoʊpənər]

Word

Learn how to use opener in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “kitchen tools”

(noun) a tool used to open things like cans or bottles. It helps you get inside something that is usually sealed. Think of a can opener that makes it easy to eat the food inside a can.

Example

She used a can opener to easily open the soup can for dinner.

Example

He couldn't find the can opener, so the can of beans stayed closed.

Example

Do you know where the bottle opener is for the drinks?

Context: “events”

(noun) the person or thing that starts an event or activity. It's like the first step to get things going. For example, a movie opener sets the scene for the whole film.

Example

The magician's tricks were a great opener for the show.

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The dull performance didn't make for a good opener; it was quite boring.

Example

What was the opener of the concert like?

Context: “writing”

(noun) the first part of something, like a story or speech, that grabs attention. It helps to draw people in and makes them want to listen or read more.

Example

Her story had a captivating opener that made everyone listen closely.

Example

The book's opener was so confusing that I lost interest right away.

Example

What kind of opener did the author use to start the book?

How to pronounce opener

Pronunciation: [ˈoʊpənər]

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