plural lids
Synonyms
Examples of lid in a Sentence
Noun
I had to get a screwdriver to pry the lid off of the paint can.
as he left the field, the pitcher tipped his lid to the cheering crowd
Recent Examples on the Web
Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2024
The machine also comes with a glass lid for placing on the carafe after brewing to further trap heat.
—Michelle Rostamian, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2024
Owners of Stanley cups took to TikTok to share their shock over the discovery of mold inside the cups, straws, and compartment lids of their Quenchers after neglecting regular washes.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
Between 2003 and 2013, the top three litter items collected were cigarette butts, food wrappers and drink caps and lids.
—Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2024
To find out your schedule, look for the orange or purple decal under the blue cart lid.
—Dana Oland, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2024
Cooking methods Steaming: Put the asparagus on a rack or in a basket suspended over simmering water in a pot with the lid on.
—Katie Workman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2024
Its slow-close lid prevents the lid from slamming and making a ton of noise while in use.
—Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2024
The set includes a 10.5-inch fry pan, a 3-quart saucepan, a 4.5-quart sauté pan, a 6.5-quart Dutch oven, three lids, magnetic pan storage, and an over-the-door lid hanger.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 2 Apr. 2024
Noun
Shake and strain: Fill shaker with ice; cover with lid, and shake until well chilled, about 15 seconds.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2024
The machine also comes with a glass lid for placing on the carafe after brewing to further trap heat.
—Michelle Rostamian, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2024
Owners of Stanley cups took to TikTok to share their shock over the discovery of mold inside the cups, straws, and compartment lids of their Quenchers after neglecting regular washes.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
Between 2003 and 2013, the top three litter items collected were cigarette butts, food wrappers and drink caps and lids.
—Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2024
To find out your schedule, look for the orange or purple decal under the blue cart lid.
—Dana Oland, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2024
Cooking methods Steaming: Put the asparagus on a rack or in a basket suspended over simmering water in a pot with the lid on.
—Katie Workman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2024
Its slow-close lid prevents the lid from slamming and making a ton of noise while in use.
—Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2024
The set includes a 10.5-inch fry pan, a 3-quart saucepan, a 4.5-quart sauté pan, a 6.5-quart Dutch oven, three lids, magnetic pan storage, and an over-the-door lid hanger.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 2 Apr. 2024
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'lid.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Dictionary Entries Near lid
Cite this Entry
“Lid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lid. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share