Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
church-key
noun
/ˈtʃɜːrtʃ kiː/
Definition
A church key is a slang term for a bottle opener or a can opener.
Examples
- He grabbed a church key from the drawer to open a cold beer on a hot day.
- The campers forgot to bring a church key for their soda cans.
- At the party, someone always had a church key handy for drinks.
Meaning
Typically used to refer to the simple metal tool that opens beer bottles and cans, a church key is characterized by its straightforward design and ease of use.
Synonyms
- bottle opener
- can opener
