Church key
Church key
Church key (pronounced: /ˈtʃɜːrtʃ kiː/) is a colloquial term used primarily in North America to refer to a simple device designed for opening cans and bottles. The term is believed to have originated in the mid-20th century, although its exact etymology is unclear.
Etymology
The term "church key" is believed to have originated in the United States in the mid-20th century. The exact origin of the term is unclear, but it is often suggested that the device was so named because its shape and design resembled the large, ornate keys traditionally used by church sextons.
Description
A typical church key is a small, handheld device made of metal. One end of the device is designed to puncture the top of a can, while the other end is shaped to fit under the cap of a bottle and lever it off. Some versions of the church key also include a corkscrew for opening wine bottles.
Related Terms
- Can opener: A device used to open tin cans.
- Bottle opener: A device used to remove metal caps from bottles.
- Corkscrew: A tool for drawing corks from wine bottles.
- Sexton (ecclesiastical): A church officer charged with the maintenance of the church's property.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Church key
- Wikipedia's article - Church key
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