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Tin

Definition

(noun) A chemical element with the symbol Sn, a silvery-white, malleable, and ductile metal, often used to coat other metals to prevent corrosion or as a soldering material. (verb) To coat or cover something with tin, especially to preserve food or protect metal from corrosion.

Example Sentences

1The kitchen was filled with the smell of freshly baked cookies packaged in tin containers.
2The plumber used a tin solder to join the copper pipes together.
3The museum displayed ancient artifacts made from tin, a metal highly valued in many cultures.
4To preserve the food, she decided to tin the fish by packing it in airtight containers coated with tin.
5The old, rusty gate was protected from further corrosion by a layer of tin applied by the restoration team.

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