Synonyms of tins

tins

noun

plural of tin

as in barrels

a metal container in the shape of a cylinder

row upon row of tins containing food for an emergency that never happened

Synonyms & Similar Words

• barrels
• cans
• drums
• canisters
• buckets
• pails
• tin cans
• cannikins

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tins

Its counters are crowded with plants and flowers in various states of decay, stacks of plates, fruit and Venezuelan snacks like tins of Pirulin cookies, all styled like a Dutch still life. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026

Many were injured, and there was insufficient food—including eight chocolate bars, some wine, two tins of mussels—to support survivors. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 Oct. 2026

Many of the colorful tins popular on social media, such as those from Fishwife, are packed in sauces, oils or other flavorful ingredients. — Jo Ann Liguori, Flow Space, 5 Oct. 2026

Pie tins, canisters, trays, and measuring cups also often featured advertising, so scan items carefully. — Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026

One of our editors likes to make these in mini-muffin tins for bite-size treats; just adjust cooking time accordingly. — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 6 Sep. 2026

Plus, sardines are often packed in tins with extra virgin olive oil, so you get added anti-inflammatory benefits. — Marie Bladt, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026

Grease tins generously, cool muffins briefly before removing, and store in airtight containers or freeze. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2026

After an overnight rest in the refrigerator, the dough is rolled, filled, sliced, and baked in muffin tins, whose individual cups catch any drips from the bubbling filling to create the signature crisp, sticky bottoms and dramatic spirals. — Claire Saffitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Aug. 2026