English Dictionary

can opener

noun

A device used to open tin cans, usually by slicing the lid off. / (roller derby) A shoulder hit to the chest, usually accomplished while moving from a crouched to a standing position.

I need a can opener to open this tin can.

意味（1）

A device used to open tin cans, usually by slicing the lid off.

意味（2）

(roller derby) A shoulder hit to the chest, usually accomplished while moving from a crouched to a standing position.

意味（3）

(slang) A tool for safe-cracking.

Even the work of opening a safe with nitroglycerine or with a can opener places the criminal in a state of nervous tension.

意味（4）

(military, nautical, slang) A ramming maneuver, that opens up the target ship like a tin can.

意味（5）

(military, slang) An anti-tank munition or attack vehicle, that opens up armour like a tin can.