Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tinned

Adjective
/tɪnd/
Definition
Preserved and sealed in a can.
Examples
  • She opened a tinned tomato for the sauce.
  • The recipe calls for tinned fish.
  • Many people prefer tinned goods for their convenience.
Meaning
The term ‘tinned’ refers to food that has been processed and stored in a tin can to prolong its shelf life.
Synonyms
  • canned
  • preserved
  • jarred
  • packaged