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opener

o·pen·er [ ṓpənər ]


noun  (plural o·pen·ers)
Definition:
 
1. opening device: a device for opening containers such as cans or bottles

2. initial event: somebody or something that begins a discussion or event ( informal )

3. U.S. first act in show: the first act in a variety show or musical concert

4. sports first game: the first game in a series or season

5. sports first goal: the first goal scored in a game

6. card games opening player: in a card game, somebody who opens the bidding, betting, or play



plural noun o·pen·ers 
Definition:
 
card games starting point: in some card games, a starting position or point, e.g. a set of cards that allow somebody to begin the betting


for openers used to open a statement or discussion (informal)

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