lids

noun

plural of lid
1
as in tops
a piece placed over an open container to hold in, protect, or conceal its contents I had to get a screwdriver to pry the lid off of the paint can

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2
as in hats
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

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Recent Examples of lids Both the containers and lids are made from glass, and the lids are sealed with food-safe silicone that latches into place on both sides for an airtight design without leaks. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 18 July 2026 It's intended for tasks like removing lids and pulling nails. — Ben Coxworth july 14, New Atlas, 14 July 2026 Tolbert warns that food storage containers with lids should be cleaned regularly to prevent contamination from dust mites and other parasites, especially before refilling. — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026 In an alternative universe, Pogačar too could have been donning one of its lids. — Chris Marshall-Bell, New York Times, 4 July 2026 Her eyes also boasted their usual liquid black wing with a metallic shimmer on the lids and a Gothic charcoal hue buffed in her waterline. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 2 July 2026 Because rotisserie chicken is often served in plastic packaging with clear lids that customers can peer into before buying, the nonprofit also looked into whether plastics had seeped into the chicken. — Saleen Martin, USA Today, 30 June 2026 Messenger recommends keeping trash cans clear of any food scraps or drink spills and keeping the lids sealed shut. — Mallory Carra, The Spruce, 27 June 2026 These cups have a spill-proof design that actually works; their lids are perfect for training the tiniest humans to drink, and reseals once the sipping stops. — Melissa Knific, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lids
  1. tops
  2. hats
  3. covers
  4. caps
  5. hoods
  6. helmets
  7. roofs
  8. coverings
Noun
  • In several looks, the hips protruded impressively outward, but the silhouette appeared more subtle and somewhat suitable for everyday wear in the label’s delicate camisole tops.
    — Kelly Niesen, Glamour, 24 July 2026
  • Coming up with new ways to rework these timeless basics can prove challenging, especially when soaring temperatures leave little room for layering, so rely on these celebrity outfits built around the simple tops as your guide.
    — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 24 July 2026
Definition of tops
Noun
  • If more teams find themselves in the market for defenders who can wear multiple hats at multiple levels, the 2027 (and possibly 2028) NFL Draft class probably won’t disappoint.
    — Nick Baumgardner, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • Meanwhile, other members of the family opted for military uniforms, suits or midi-length dresses paired with hats or headbands.
    — Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026
Definition of hats
Noun
  • The company now manufactures everything from canvases and rope covers to skirts and branding, shipping across Europe, Africa, North America and the Middle East.
    — Chris McKenna, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • Even American culture’s misguided attempt at welcoming the object through a decades-long foray into plush toilet covers elicits reflective disgust.
    — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2026
Definition of covers
Noun
  • On the international stage, Rodriguez, who has 24 caps to her name, is challenging Cata Coll to be Spain’s No 1.
    — Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • Skoog, the mayor of Overland Park, said property taxes have become an affordability concern for homeowners in Kansas, but solutions would need to come from local decision-making, not state-wide caps.
    — Cuyler Dunn, Kansas City Star, 21 July 2026
Definition of caps
Noun
  • Water rose over the hoods of vehicles parked near the river at the Comfort RV Resort.
    — Jesse Bedayn, Chicago Tribune, 16 July 2026
  • Water rose over the hoods of vehicles parked near the river at the Comfort RV Resort, which has about 200 residents.
    — Jesse Bedayn, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026
Definition of hoods
Noun
  • Sicking has designed and patented groundbreaking safety technologies for football (helmets), equestrian sports (helmets), and hockey (boards).
    — Charles Bethea, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
  • Among the most successful hits was against UKRTAC, a Ukrainian defense company responsible for producing body armor, helmets, tactical gear, and other protective equipment.
    — Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 19 July 2026
Definition of helmets
Noun
  • Some of the most pressing needs include replacing roofs and HVAC systems.
    — Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026
  • Two separate three-bed guest houses, one with its own pool, offer privacy within privacy, while the commanding 1,300-square-meter (13,993 square feet) six-bed main house spreads the double wings of its terracotta roofs in sheltering fashion.
    — Donna Hardie-Scott, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of roofs
Noun
  • Why cloth and surgical masks aren't enough Basic cloth face coverings, scarves and many disposable surgical masks are not designed to filter the tiny particles found in wildfire smoke, according to IQAir.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 17 July 2026
  • Dressing your windows not only gives them a more finished look, window coverings bring a slew of benefits.
    — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 14 July 2026
Definition of coverings

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