Definition

Describing food or other items that are preserved and stored in a metal container, usually for long-term use.

Example

I bought some tinned tomatoes for the pasta sauce.

Conversation

Have you tried that tinned soup I mentioned?

Not yet, but I heard it's really good.

You should definitely give it a go; it’s super convenient.

I will! I love how tinned food is always ready to eat.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To put food or other items into a can or container to preserve them for a long time.

Example

The chef tinned the vegetables to keep them fresh for the winter.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you know I tinned some fruits last summer?

Really? What kind did you do?

I tinned peaches and pears, and they turned out great!

Root Explanation

Tinned → The word originates from the Old English 'tinn', meaning tin, which refers to the metal used for coating or preserving food. The suffix '-ed' indicates a past participle form, suggesting that something has been treated or coated with tin. Thus, 'tinned' means something that has been coated or preserved with tin.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tin' as the metal used to preserve food, and remember that 'tinned' means food that has been coated or preserved with tin.

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