Meaning of tin in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /tɪn/

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  1. Verb

    tin

    Definitions

    1. plate with tin

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  2. 2. preserve in a can or tin

    Examples

    • « tinned foods are not very tasty »

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  3. 3. prepare (a metal) for soldering or brazing by applying a thin layer of solder to the surface

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  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

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  6. 3. airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc.

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