tin
Plural
tins
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a metal container in which dry food is stored and sold
- She opened a tin of cookies that she had baked for the holiday party.
- The pantry was stocked with various tins of soup, making it easy to prepare quick meals.
- He found an old tin of dried herbs at the back of the cupboard that had lost its flavor over time.
- The store sells a variety of tin containers, perfect for storing rice, pasta, and other dry goods.
- After finishing the contents, she repurposed the tin to hold her kitchen utensils.
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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
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a container made of tinplate, typically used in baking to shape and bake various food items, such as cakes, bread, or pastries
Tin is a type of container made of a thin sheet of steel coated with a layer of tinplate, which provides corrosion resistance and a shiny appearance. These containers are commonly used in baking to shape and bake various food items, such as cakes, bread, pastries, and tarts. They come in various shapes and sizes, including round cake tins, loaf tins, and tart pans, and are valued for their ability to conduct heat evenly and create uniform baking results. Tin containers are often lined with parchment paper or greased to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of baked goods.
- She used a round tin to bake a birthday cake for her friend.
- The pastry chef prepared mini tartlets using tin pans.
- He lined the square tin with parchment paper before pouring the brownie batter.
- The baker filled the loaf tin with dough to bake fresh bread.
- They used heart-shaped tins to make cookies for Valentine's Day.