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can opener

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Noun

  1. A device used to open tin cans, usually by slicing the lid off.
  2. A shoulder hit to the chest, usually accomplished while moving from a crouched to a standing position.
  3. A tool for safe-cracking.
  4. A ramming maneuver, that opens up the target ship like a tin can.
  5. An anti-tank munition or attack vehicle, that opens up armour like a tin can.
  6. Alternative form of can opener.

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