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pull tab

American

noun

a metal tab or ring that is pulled to uncover the precut opening in a can or other container.

Etymology

Origin of pull tab

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

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One character, for reasons you’ll observe, wordlessly switches from soup cans that require them to use a can opener to ones with a pull tab.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2025

For example, the post received $144,000 in pull tab sales in 2021, but less than half of that made it into the VFW’s gambling account.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 24, 2023

The opener support includes a pull tab and ring to provide more flexibility for opening a laptop lid or maneuvering a Surface kickstand.

From The Verge • Sep. 22, 2021

This means that Tetra Pak is looking at such options as new pull tab designs instead of straws, as well as being sure to encourage recycling of its products.

From Washington Post • Sep. 11, 2018

Neely Miarka, 43, worked the pull tab booth at another downtown bar, selling lottery tickets.

From The Guardian • Oct. 2, 2016

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