opener — A device or tool used to open something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A device or tool used to open something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈoʊpənər/
Example Sentences
- My husband is such a terrible cook that he considers a can opener his most important kitchen tool.
- The comedy show was a real eye-opener about how boring my life actually is.
- She used her pet parrot as a conversation opener at networking events.
opener
NOUN[/ˈoʊpənər/]
A device or tool used to open something
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Middle English 'open', combined with the agent suffix '-er' to denote a person or tool that performs the action of opening. The base 'open' itself has Germanic origins, related to Old English 'openian'.
Breakdown
open (to unfasten or uncover) + -er (agent suffix denoting one who performs an action or a tool that does something).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My husband is such a terrible cook that he considers a can opener his most important kitchen tool.”
“The comedy show was a real eye-opener about how boring my life actually is.”
“She used her pet parrot as a conversation opener at networking events.”
“The team's opener against their rivals drew a record crowd.”
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