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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Extra toppings, such as pickles and jalapeños, are available for customers to help themselves, along with utensils, cups and lids for those ordering soft drinks.—Samantha Moilanen, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025 Its generous 8-quart capacity and tight-fitting lid circulates steam to ensure food stays moist and prevents sauce and oil from splattering.—Maggie Horton, People.com, 3 Apr. 2025 The long-lasting, waterproof formula keeps this gel liner in place, boasting up to 12 hours of wear on your waterline, and 24 hours of wear on lids—plus there are 15 shades to choose from, from classic to vibrant.—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2025 And lastly, apply a warm shadow to your lids—then finish off with winged liner, fluffy eyelashes, and a matte lip combo.—Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2025 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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