tinplate

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a thin sheet of metal (iron or steel) coated with tin to prevent rusting; used especially for cans, pots, and tins

Etymology

From tin + plate.

In classic literature

Synonyms

tin plate

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