tin

[tin] / tɪn /

NOUN

can

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bottle bucket canister jar package

STRONG

aluminum cannikin gunboat receptacle vessel

WEAK

gutbucket pop top

NOUN

ore

Synonyms

STRONGEST

gold iron metal mineral platinum

STRONG

blende bronze copper lead rock silver zinc

NOUN

package

Synonyms

STRONGEST

box parcel

STRONG

bag bundle pack packet

WEAK

shipment

Example Sentences

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It suggests that snacking beyond the confines of a mouse-sized tin is gluttonous, both nutritionally and spiritually.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

The unique blend from Yame, Japan, has a nutty taste, umami finish and comes in a bright orange tin.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

She also watches food trends - the sardine tin claw clip is because tinned fish is having a moment.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

The fund appears to do what it does on the tin.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

Brigit thumped at the metal tin and ignored him.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton