What is the meaning of tin?

noun

• 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.
  • synonyms: Sn, atomic number 50
• A vessel (box, can, pan, etc.) made of tinplate and used mainly in baking.
• Metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour.
  • synonyms: canister, cannister
• Airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc..
  • synonyms: can, tin can

verb

• Plate with tin.
• Preserve in a can or tin.
  • usage: "tinned foods are not very tasty"
  • synonyms: can, put up
• Prepare (a metal) for soldering or brazing by applying a thin layer of solder to the surface. .