adj
tinned
tihnd
Tinned (adj) means Coated with a thin layer of tin. Example: “The wire was tinned to stop it from corroding.”
adj
1
Coated with a thin layer of tin.
"The wire was tinned to stop it from corroding."
2
Preserved and sold in a sealed metal can.
"We had tinned soup for lunch during the storm."
"She keeps a shelf of tinned tomatoes for emergencies."
How to use tinned
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSealed and preserved in a can, or coated with tin.
UK vs US
"Tinned" is the standard British word; American English almost always says "canned" instead.
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What does “tinned” mean?
The word “tinned” means coated with a thin layer of tin. In plain terms, sealed and preserved in a can, or coated with tin.
How do you pronounce “tinned”?
“Tinned” is pronounced tihnd (/tɪnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “tinned” in a sentence?
Here is “tinned” used in a sentence: “The wire was tinned to stop it from corroding.”
What is the opposite of “tinned”?
The opposite of “tinned” — its antonyms — is dried.
What part of speech is “tinned”?
“Tinned” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “tinned” have?
“Tinned” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: coated with a thin layer of tin.
