opener
//ˈoʊ.pə.nɚ//
Noun
openerSingular
openersPlural
1
A device or tool used to open something, especially containers or bottles.
I need a bottle opener to open this drink.
2
The first item, event, or game in a series or sequence.
The team won their season opener against the defending champions.
3
A person who opens something, such as a door or a conversation.
She was the opener of the discussion at the meeting.
4
An opening remark or statement used to begin a conversation or speech.
He used a joke as an opener for his speech.