opener

US /ˈoʊ.pən.ɚ/
UK /ˈoʊ.pən.ɚ/
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1.

a device for opening a container

:
Can you hand me the bottle opener?
I need a can opener for this tuna.
2.

the first part of an event or series

:
The band played a great opener to start the concert.
The first game of the season is always an exciting opener.