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Definition of “tinnily”

tinnily (ˈtɪnɪlɪ) 

Definitions

adverb

  1. in a manner that sounds high, thin, and metallic

tinny (ˈtɪnɪ Pronunciation for tinny

Definitions

adjective

-nier, -niest
  1. of, relating to, or resembling tin
  2. cheap, badly made, or shoddy
  3. (of a sound) high, thin, and metallic
  4. (of food or drink) flavoured with metal, as from a container
  5. (Australian, informal) lucky

noun

(plural) -nies
  1. (Australian, slang) a can of beer
  2. Also: tinnie (Australian, informal) a small fishing or pleasure boat with an aluminium hull

Derived Forms

ˈtinnily adverb
ˈtinniness noun

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