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

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