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tin
noun(tin)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
Synonyms: atomic number 50, sn,
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noun(tin)metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour
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verb(tin)preserve in a can or tin
Synonyms: can, put up,
Examples:
Tinned foods are not very tasty.
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noun(tin)a vessel (box, can, pan, etc.) made of tinplate and used mainly in baking
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verb(tin)plate with tin
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verb(tin)prepare (a metal) for soldering or brazing by applying a thin layer of solder to the surface