Pronunciation

/tɪn/

Definitions

Noun

• Tin (noun): A thin sheet or rolled metal, usually aluminum, used for making containers, cans, or other packaging.
• Tin can (informal): A container made of tin.
• Tin whistle (music): A small, simple wind instrument made from a tin tube.

Verb

• To tin (archaic or technical): To cover with tin, as in roofing or coating.

Adjective

• Tinny (adjective): Having a thin, harsh, or metallic sound; also referring to something made of cheap or low-quality tin.

Phrases

• “Tin foil” for the shiny, reflective metal sheet.
• “Tin-plated” to describe a surface covered with a thin layer of tin.
• “Tin whistle tune” for a song played on a tin whistle.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The old house had a roof made of galvanized tin.”
• Verb: “The artist carefully tinned the edges of the canvas to prevent rust.”
• Adjective: “The old radio sounded tinny due to the worn-out speaker.”

Synonyms

• Aluminum (for the material)
• Tinplate (for the process of covering)
• Flatware (informal, for tableware made of tin)

Antonyms

• Solid (for the material, contrasting with its thin nature)
• Warm (for the adjective sense, contrasting with tinny sound)