different between finny vs tinny

English

Etymology

From fin +? -y.

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -?ni

Adjective

finny (comparative finnier, superlative finniest)

1. (of a fish) Having one or more fins.
   • 1928, RG&E News (volume 16, page 334)

     The finny trophies he brought back in the form of numerous fat pickerel were ample evidence of his fishermanship.

2. Resembling a fin.
3. Abounding in fishes.
   • 1730–1774, Oliver Goldsmith, Introductory to Switzerland

     Cheerful at morn, he wakes from short repose,

     Breathes the keen air, and carols as he goes;

     With patient angle trolls the finny deep,

     Or drives his venturous ploughshare to the steep;

Translations

English

Etymology 1

tin +? -y

Adjective

tinny (comparative tinnier or more tinny, superlative tinniest or most tinny)

1. Of or pertaining to or resembling tin.

   The object had a tinny appearance.

2. Pertaining to the thinness and cheapness of tin or similar-looking metals, in contrast to a heavier, more valuable metal.

   The shop was filled with tinny tourist geegaws.

3. Pertaining to a thin, unpleasant sound recalling that of tin being rapped.

   The piano was not simply out of tune, but had become downright tinny.

   • 2012, Mike Brent, Fiona Dent, The Leader's Guide to Influence

     You might find yourself listening to the sound your car door makes when it shuts. Is it a cheap tinny sound or a strong clunky sound like the VW?

Translations

Etymology 2

From tin +? -y (diminutive suffix).

Noun

tinny (plural tinnies)

1. Alternative form of tinnie

Anagrams

• Ninty