can opener

Tin lid cutter

A can opener is a tool for cutting open metal cans.

Manual versions typically have a sharp wheel that pierces and rolls along the lid's edge, operated by squeezing handles and turning a knob.

Electric can openers automate this process.

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manual

handheld

Designed for palm use

  • crankRotary operating handle
  • twistRotating motion or surprise
  • turnRotational movement

squeeze · grip · lever · blade · wheel · puncture · rotate · pierce · portable · ergonomic

mechanism

cutting wheel

Rotating disc for slicing

  • bladeFlat cutting edge
  • gearToothed wheel or belongings
  • crankRotary operating handle

lever · magnet · clamp · handle · knob · smooth edge · serrated · rotary · puncture · pierce

action

unseal

Remove a fastening from

detach · expose · access · pry · rotate · grip · clamp · release · lift · separate

kitchen

utensil

Tool for cooking

  • drawerSliding furniture compartment
  • gadgetNovel small device
  • toolDevice for a task

corkscrew · peeler · garlic press · countertop · stainless steel · dishwasher-safe · essential · everyday · household

electric

motorized

Equipped with engine propulsion

cordless · rechargeable · push-button · hands-free · one-touch · battery-operated · touchless · safety · magnetic · modern

Categories
Opposites
opening vs. sealing containers

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Airtight packaging appliance

canner

Family

open, can, opening, opened, cans, canning, opener, canister, openable

Familiarity
Top 10,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G