From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary EnglishRelated topics: Utensilstin openerˈtin ˌopener noun [countable]DFU British English a tool for opening tins of foodSYN can openerExamples from the Corpustin opener• The little gear lever feels like a tin opener on a string of cables.• He may need special implements, such as a wall-mounted tin opener which he can operate with one hand.