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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Noun
Use double-sided tape to secure a ribbon to the neck of the gift jar or to the rim of its lid.—
Jodi Levine,
Parents,
21 Aug. 2026 This one has a lid that transforms it into an outdoor table, and at 32 inches wide, there’s plenty of room for food, drinks, and more.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
20 Aug. 2026 With a leakproof straw lid and easy carry loop, this Hydro Flask water bottle is perfect for staying hydrated while on the go.—
Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Aug. 2026 With a sculptural porcelain tray and matte orange steel lid, this dish by Alessi feels less like a kitchen tool and more like a contemporary art fixture that also happens to keep your butter fresh.—
Clara Hillis,
Architectural Digest,
18 Aug. 2026 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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