Tinned: meaning, definitions and examples

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tinned

 

[ tɪnd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

food preservation

Tinned refers to food that has been sealed in a can or container for preservation. This method allows for a longer shelf life and helps retain flavor and nutrients. Tinned products are often considered convenient because they are ready to eat or require minimal preparation. Common examples include tinned vegetables, fish, and fruits, which can easily be found in supermarkets. The tinned food industry has grown significantly due to the demand for quick and easy meal options.

Synonyms

canned, packaged, preserved

Examples of usage

  • We bought some tinned tomatoes for the pasta.
  • She prefers tinned tuna for her salad.
  • Tinned beans can be a great source of protein.
  • You can find tinned fruit in the dessert aisle.

Translations

Translations of the word "tinned" in other languages:

🇵🇹 enlatado

🇮🇳 टिन में बंद

🇩🇪 aus der Dose

🇮🇩 kalengan

🇺🇦 консервований

🇵🇱 w puszce

🇯🇵 缶詰の

🇫🇷 en conserve

🇪🇸 enlatado

🇹🇷 konserve

🇰🇷 통조림의

🇸🇦 معلب

🇨🇿 konzervovaný

🇸🇰 konzervovaný

🇨🇳 罐头的

🇸🇮 konzerviran

🇮🇸 dósu

🇰🇿 консервіленген

🇬🇪 კონსერვირებული

🇦🇿 konservləşdirilmiş

🇲🇽 enlatado

Etymology

The term 'tinned' comes from the process of canning food, which was developed in the early 19th century as a means of preserving food for long periods. The earliest documented instance of food being canned dates back to 1809, when a French inventor named Nicolas Appert discovered that sealing food in glass jars could keep it edible for extended durations. The use of metal tins for this purpose became popular later, particularly after the invention of the canning machine in the 1810s. This innovation greatly impacted the food industry and changed how food was stored, transported, and consumed. Today, tinned foods are ubiquitous and play a significant role in global food distribution.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,761, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.