tin
3 points
English
3 letters
Common
Commonness #4,796
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Definitions
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
verb
prepare (a metal) for soldering or brazing by applying a thin layer of solder to the surface
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/tˈɪn/ · 1 syllable · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Word forms
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Synonyms
airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc.
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Rhymes
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