English Explanatory Dictionary

tinny

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Of or pertaining to or resembling tin.
  2. Pertaining to the thinness and cheapness of tin or similar-looking metals, in contrast to a heavier, more valuable metal.
  3. Pertaining to a thin, unpleasant sound recalling that of tin being rapped.
noun
  1. Alternative form of tinnie.

Pronunciation

/ˈtɪni/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-tinny.wav

Word forms

tinny tinnier more tinny tinniest most tinny tinnies

Etymology

From tin + -y.

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