Tina
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of tina
C21: so called because it is commonly bought in ( six ) teen ( ths ) of an ounce
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But when David suggests that it’s time to move on, Tina bluntly replies, “It’s not over yet.”
From Salon ● Jun. 28, 2026
When the bill to refuel the family RV passed $200 for the first time in April, Tina Morgan knew this summer’s vacation would be different.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 28, 2026
Ayo, it was really touching to see Syd naming Tina her chef de cuisine.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2026
It attracts some of the biggest names in the sector, with presenter Graham Norton, actor Michael Sheen and American comedian, writer and producer Tina Fey taking part in last year's event.
From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026
Tina puts one small hand in mine as we walk.
From "How It Went Down" by Kekla Magoon
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Rob Pegoraro: Thanks for the min-review! tina in falls church: re: farm lurker: Maybe a hunter's trail cam??
From Washington Post ● Dec. 18, 2009
Rob Pegoraro: Thanks for the suggestion... remember the name of this mysterious box? tina to wiredog: You are the man.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 18, 2009
On the face of it, Peru last week had as much reason for rejoicing as Argen tina.
From Time Magazine Archive
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The grinding vat or tina is first charged to about one-fifth of its depth with water and from 6 cwt. to 7 cwt. of common salt.
From Scientific American Supplement, No. 458, October 11, 1884 by Various
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