tin meaning and definition

TIN noun

Definition of tin (noun)

1. 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
2. a vessel (box, can, pan, etc.) made of tinplate and used mainly in baking
3. metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour
   • synonyms: canister, cannister
4. airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc.
   • synonyms: can, tin can

TIN verb

Definition of tin (verb)

1. plate with tin
2. preserve in a can or tin
   • "tinned foods are not very tasty"
   • synonyms: can, put up
3. prepare (a metal) for soldering or brazing by applying a thin layer of solder to the surface