can opener

noun

chiefly US

: a device that is used in the kitchen to open cans of food

Examples of can opener in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The microwave and can opener were dirty, a cooler wasn’t working properly and some boxes of food were stored on the ground. — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Aug. 2026

There was buildup on a can opener blade, which was a repeat violation. — Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 17 July 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