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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According to The Old Farmer's Almanac, larvae and pupae can be found in out-of-the-way places like door hinges, backs of door knobs, and corners of wire baskets, underneath shelves, and around the edges of jar lids, cans, and non-food items also stored in your pantry or cupboard.—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 28 Oct. 2025 Each reusable cup comes with its own lid and can hold both hot and cold drinks.—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025 The top lid even pivots up and down just like many outdoor barbecue grills.—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Oct. 2025 After 14 minutes, add the broccoli to the top of the rice, sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and then cover again with a lid.—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 22 Oct. 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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