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Definition tin in British English

tin noun

noun
/tɪn/
1

a soft light silver metal, often used for covering iron or steel. Tin is a chemical element.

2

a closed metal container for a food product that you open with a tin opener. The American word is can

Example

a tin of soup

Example

I bought three tins of beans.

Synonyms and related words
Baggie basin bento box aerosol ampoule atomiser
2.1

a metal container with a lid, used for storing things

Example

a biscuit tin

Synonyms and related words
basket bin box
2.2

a metal container used for cooking food in an oven. The American word is pan

Example

a cake tin

Example

a roasting/baking tin

Synonyms and related words
baking tray billy cake pan
Definition tin in British English