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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…
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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
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
noun
Airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc.
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Plate with tin
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Preserve in a can or tin
“Tinned foods are not very tasty”
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Prepare (a metal) for soldering or brazing by applying a thin layer of solder to the surface
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Tinned foods are not very tasty
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