definition of
tin

[1] #1 tin n. [Sn, atomic number 50] 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. wn

[2] #2 tin v. plate with tin. wn

[3] #3 tin n. a vessel (box, can, pan, etc.) made of tinplate and used mainly in baking. wn

[4] #4 tin v. [can, put up] preserve in a can or tin; "tinned foods are not very tasty". wn

[5] #5 tin n. [canister, cannister] metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour. wn