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
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The use-by date can be found printed on the lid of the container.—Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024 It is made from food-grade silicone, has a leakproof lid, and can be tossed in the dishwasher for easy cleaning.—Carina Finn, Bon Appétit, 31 Oct. 2024 Many manufacturers no longer recommend heating the lids to soften the rubber seal.—Lindsey Desoto, Rd, Health, 29 Oct. 2024 The South African singer's eyes were tightly lined in black liner with lush but subtle lashes, letting the opaque turquoise on her lids really stand out.—Marci Robin, Allure, 29 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lid
Word History
Etymology
Noun
Middle English, from Old English hlid; akin to Old High German hlit cover, and probably to Old English hlinian to lean — more at lean
First Known Use
Noun
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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