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Definition of tinsmith

tinsmith

/ˈtɪnˌsmɪθ/
tin · smith
Plural:tinsmiths
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tinsmith Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A craftsperson or metalworker who makes and repairs utensils, containers, and other light objects out of tinplate or thin sheet metal.

Example

"The historical village featured a traditional workshop where a tinsmith crafted lanterns, cups, and candleholders by hand."

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• Nearby Words

tinny
tinplate
tinsel
tinsmith
tinsnips
tint
tinted

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 18th century as an English compound of 'tin' and 'smith' (from Old English 'smiþ', meaning a craftsperson who works in metal).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tinsmith. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tinsmith
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