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 ]

a vessel (box, can, pan, etc.) made of tinplate and used mainly in baking

metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour

[ Syn: canister , cannister ]

airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc.

[ Syn: can , tin can ]

plate with tin

preserve in a can or tin; tinned foods are not very tasty

[ Syn: can , put up ]

prepare (a metal) for soldering or brazing by applying a thin layer of solder to the surface