[ˈtɪnhɔːn], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a person who pretends to have money, influence, or ability
(e.g: the camaraderie among tinhorns and crooks)


Phrases:

Origin:
late 19th century (referring to a person who gambled for low stakes): possibly with reference to a small metal cup used for shaking dice

[ˈtɪnhɔːn], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- insignificant or contemptible
(e.g: they acted like tinhorn dictators instead of leaders)


Phrases:

Origin:
late 19th century (referring to a person who gambled for low stakes): possibly with reference to a small metal cup used for shaking dice