eyelid

noun

eye·​lid ˈī-ˌlid 

: either of the movable folds of skin and muscle that can be closed over the eyeball

Examples of eyelid in a Sentence

the upper eyelid of the left eye

Recent Examples on the Web

Those coveting a lifted effect, for instance, should smooth the cream from the eyelid to the eyebrow, then massage the lids from the inner to the outer corner of the eyes. —Jenny Berg, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2025

Symptoms include swelling of the eyelid and skin around the eye, bulging eyes, discoloration or redness, painful or difficult eye movement, and vision troubles. —Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025

The challenge surgically, if that is what is needed, is the ability of the eyelid to remain functional to cover the eye and close. —Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 16 Feb. 2025

Common symptoms of botulism include: Difficulty swallowing Muscle weakness Double vision Drooping eyelids Blurry vision Slurred speech Difficulty breathing Difficulty moving the eyes Foodborne botulism may also cause: Vomiting Nausea Stomach pain Diarrhea Botulism is a medical emergency. —Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 11 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

12th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing eyelid

• not bat an eyelid

Rhymes for eyelid

• fatimid
• amid
• forbid
• majid
• outbid
• outdid
• plasmid
• turbid
• undid
• bid
• did
• grid

Kids Definition

eyelid

noun

eye·​lid ˈī-ˌlid 

: one of the movable lids of skin and muscle that can be closed over the eyeball

Medical Definition

eyelid

noun

eye·​lid ˈī-ˌlid 

: either of the movable lids of skin and muscle that can be closed over the eyeball

called also palpebra