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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Tyn, v. [ME and e.m.E. tynnen (Trevisa), tynnyn (Prompt. Parv.), tin (1599); Tyn n.] tr. To coat with tin. Cf. Tynnit ppl. adj. —1550 Treas. Acc. IX 441.
To Williame Hill, smytht, for to by tyn to tyn certane irne warke
