Cool MateTin
UK /["/tɪn/"]/US /["/tɪn/"]/
Definition
a metal container in which food is sold; the contents of one of these containers
In simple words: A type of metal used to make cans and other things.
Examples
- The roof of the house was made of tin, which made it lightweight and easy to install.
- He opened a can of beans that was sealed in tin to prepare for dinner.
- The artist created a sculpture out of tin, showcasing its malleability.
- He collected vintage tin toys that were popular in the 1950s.
- After the event, we used a tin as a container to store leftover food.
- The tin of cookies was left open, and now they are stale.
- The soldiers carried ammunition in tin boxes for protection against moisture.
- In the camp, they showed how to build a fire using a tin can as a stove.
Usage notes
Commonly used to refer to the metal itself or containers made of it. Avoid using in very technical discussions about metallurgy unless specific.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Remember 'tin' - think of a shiny tin can on a shelf.
Collocations
- baking
- roasting
- cake
- opener
- in a/the tin
- tin of
- baking
- roasting
- cake
- opener
- in a/the tin
- tin of
- baking
- roasting
- cake
- opener
- in a/the tin
- tin of
- baking
- roasting
- cake
- opener
- in a/the tin
- tin of
Synonyms
- metal
- alloy
- sheet metal
Antonyms
- plastic
- paper
- glass
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'tin' as in 'a small can' versus the metal.
- Mispronounced as 'tin' when referring to 'tinned' food.
- Used in singular form when referring to multiple pieces.