lid

[lɪd]

lid Definition

  • 1a removable or hinged cover for the top of a container
  • 2an eyelid

Using lid: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lid" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She lifted the lid of the box to see what was inside.

  • Example

    The pot has a tight-fitting lid to keep the food warm.

  • Example

    He closed his eyes and lowered his lids.

  • Example

    Her lids were heavy with fatigue.

lid Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lid

Phrases with lid

  • flip one's lid

    to become extremely angry or excited

    Example

    When he saw the mess in the kitchen, he flipped his lid and started yelling.

  • to keep something secret or hidden

    Example

    The company tried to keep a lid on the scandal, but eventually it became public.

  • to stop something from happening or getting worse

    Example

    The government is trying to put a lid on inflation by raising interest rates.

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Summary: lid in Brief

The term 'lid' [lɪd] refers to a removable or hinged cover for the top of a container or an eyelid. It can be used in phrases like 'flip one's lid,' meaning to become extremely angry or excited, 'keep a lid on something,' meaning to keep something secret or hidden, and 'put a lid on something,' meaning to stop something from happening or getting worse.

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