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 [syn: Sn, atomic number 50]
2: metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour [syn: canister, cannister]
3: airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc. [syn: can, tin can]
Tin : (verb)
1: plate with tin ... ( more )

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