What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
cork
Example
The waiter removed the cork from the wine bottle. [cork: noun]
Example
She corked the test tube to prevent any spillage. [corked: verb]
lid
Example
He lifted the lid of the pot to check on the soup. [lid: noun]
Example
She carefully lidded the jar of jam to keep it fresh. [lidded: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Lid is more commonly used than cork in everyday language. Lid is a versatile word that can be used in various contexts, while cork is more specific to wine bottles and other cork-stoppered containers.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between cork and lid?
Both cork and lid are neutral words that can be used in both formal and informal contexts without sounding too casual or too formal.
