Synonyms for

Tin

Verb / tɪn / Another word for tin — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a silvery-white metal that is often used to coat other metals to prevent rusting, or a container made of this metal.

Synonyms & similar words

tincan canister can putup sn cannister atomicnumber can container metal aluminum steel iron wrapper packaging box case receptacle vessel canister bucket drum copper brass nickel silver platinum

Synonyms by register

Formal

stannum metal alloy

Informal

can pot container

Literary

sheen gleam lustre

Antonyms

gold silver precious valuable gem jewel

Common collocations

  • tin can
  • tin foil
  • tin opener
  • tin plate
  • tin roof
  • tin soldier
  • tin hat

Word family

noun tin
verb tin
adjective tinned

Usage note

Primarily used to refer to the metal or containers made from it. 'Tinned' is commonly used as an adjective for food preserved in a tin.

Example sentences

  1. I put the cookies in a tin to keep them fresh.
  2. The tin roof kept the rain out.
  3. The tin can be used to make jewelry.
  4. The soup came in a tin can.
  5. The tin foil is used to wrap food.

Quotes

  • I don't think inside the box and I don't think outside the box... I don't even know where the box is.
  • I like the smell of metal and the taste of tin.
  • We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.

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