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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From the intuitive sip-or-swig dual spout design to the flip-top lid that doubles as a carry handle, the design is completely kid-friendly.—Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 3 Sep. 2025 All of the metal storage containers and lids had dried food on them.—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 2 Sep. 2025 Tiny jars with airtight lids for storing spices or transporting dressing or toppings for a to-go lunch.—Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2025 Plastic Lids And Containers Some cookie sheets and baking pans come with a convenient, plastic lid for transporting to parties and potlucks.—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 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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