tin
/tˈɪn/ · 1 syllable
Meaning
noun
- a silvery malleable metallic element that resists corrosion; used in many alloys and to coat other metals to prevent corrosion; obtained chiefly from cassiterite where it occurs as tin oxide
- a vessel (box, can, pan, etc.) made of tinplate and used mainly in baking
- metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour
- airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc.
verb
- plate with tin
- preserve in a can or tin
“tinned foods are not very tasty” - prepare (a metal) for soldering or brazing by applying a thin layer of solder to the surface
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