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