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tinning (root: tin)
WORDNET DICTIONARY
Noun tinning has 2 senses
- tinning(n = noun.act) Array - the application of a thin layer of soft solder to the ends of wires before soldering them; "careful tinning of the ends of wires results in a better joint when you solder them" is a kind of application, coating, covering
- tinning(n = noun.act) tin-plating - the application of a protective layer of tin; Array is a kind of application, coating, covering
Derived form verb tin3
Derived form verb tin1
CIDE DICTIONARY
tinning, n.
- The act, art, or process of covering or coating anything with melted tin, or with tin foil, as kitchen utensils, locks, and the like. [1913 Webster]
- The covering or lining of tin thus put on. [1913 Webster]
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