[ noun ] (chemistry) 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

[ noun ] metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour

[ verb ] (food) preserve in a can or tin

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

[ verb ] plate with tin

[ noun ] (food) airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc.