1
2
as in hat
slang
a covering for the head usually having a shaped crown
as he left the field, the pitcher tipped his lid to the cheering crowd
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of lid
The main galley is across the way from the bathroom, utilizing a compact layout that relies on the flip-up worktop and dual burner stove/sink folding lids as prep space.
—
New Atlas, 11 Aug. 2025
Each set includes four conveniently sized containers, each paired with leakproof silicone lids for easy opening and stashing in your beach bag.
—Amber Cardullo, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2025
Encourage banging on pots and pans, matching containers to lids, and making a fort out of an empty box.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2025
Inside, you’re greeted by a maritime mural above the bar and rum cask lids lining the ceiling.
—Ronny Maye, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for lid
New Atlas, 11 Aug. 2025
Each set includes four conveniently sized containers, each paired with leakproof silicone lids for easy opening and stashing in your beach bag.
—Amber Cardullo, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2025
Encourage banging on pots and pans, matching containers to lids, and making a fort out of an empty box.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2025
Inside, you’re greeted by a maritime mural above the bar and rum cask lids lining the ceiling.
—Ronny Maye, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for lid
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lid
Noun
-
Additionally, Samantha Walsh of Sears Home Services says that certain harsh chemicals can damage the protective shielding inside the microwave, including components like the waveguide cover or the interior of the microwave door.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Aug. 2025
-
The pillow top cover is filled with a fine spiral fiber filling, which is held in place with quilted stitching that ensures equal distribution without bunching.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
Mace is one of several Republicans who have already thrown their hats into the ring for the state's top job.—
Lauren Peller,
ABC News,
7 Aug. 2025
-
The video shows a man wearing jeans, a hat and a dark jacket following the two girls on the isolated bridge.—
Kelsey Lentz,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Stay away from open fields, hill summits, or ridge tops.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Aug. 2025
-
Our top picks for children's life insurance include Aflac, one of the few companies with term life policies for children, and Foresters Financial, which has a Bright Future Children's policy that pays out up to $75,000.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
Both products were sold in plastic bottles with white caps.—
Amber Brenza,
Health,
8 Aug. 2025
-
In part because of our fascination with the lava-loving caps, a destination previously known for roughing-it experiences has developed a luxury market.—
Robin Catalano,
Robb Report,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
Nashville police said in a release 31-year-old Ashley Sells was the driver of a Dodge Charger that video evidence showed was performing doughnuts while Shannon Kilgore was laying on the hood.—
Ruben Montoya,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Aug. 2025
-
The top included a hood that draped down into a high neckline, while the floor-length skirt featured a sculptural roll of padding around the waistband, creating a flared look at her hips.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
Players can also voluntarily choose to wear one of the slogans on their helmets.—
Rebecca Tauber,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
-
Advertisement The trends in the report are heartening for Americans’ health, and, not for nothing, good news too for the marketers who supply the balls, helmets, paddles, and bats that keep us out on the greens, courts, tracks, and fields.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
Several parents expressed anger at the Kyrene School District Governing Board meeting on Aug. 5 over the handling of air quality issues stemming from a school roof construction project.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
7 Aug. 2025
-
Raven motifs crept into the production design at every turn: Nevermore Academy’s front gates, Principal Weems’ office, roof tiles that resembled feathers, and the school’s mascot.—
Daron James,
IndieWire,
7 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Lid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lid. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share