Meaning of tin in English

1. Pronunciation

   /tɪn/

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1. Verb

   tin

   Definitions

   1. plate with tin
2. 2. preserve in a can or tin

   Examples

   • « tinned foods are not very tasty »
3. 3. prepare (a metal) for soldering or brazing by applying a thin layer of solder to the surface

4. Noun

   tin

   Etymology

   Old English, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch tin and German Zinn

   Definitions

   1. a silvery malleable metallic element that resists corrosion

   Examples

   • « used in many alloys and to coat other metals to prevent corrosion »
   • « obtained chiefly from cassiterite where it occurs as tin oxide »
5. 2. metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour
6. 3. airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc.