Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tinman
noun
/ˈtɪn.mən/
Definition
A fictional character often depicted as an anthropomorphic figure made of tin.
Examples
- In ‘The Wizard of Oz’, the tinman joins Dorothy on her journey to find courage.
- He was as heartless as a tinman, unable to express his emotions.
Meaning
The tinman is typically associated with the story ‘The Wizard of Oz’, where he represents a character in need of a heart or emotional depth.
Synonyms
- automaton
- robot
- mechanical man
