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lid

Pronunciation: [lɪd]

Word

Learn how to use lid in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “containers”

(noun) a cover that goes on top of something, like a box or a pot. It helps keep things inside and can also keep them safe or clean.

Example

She put a lid on the pot to keep the soup warm.

Example

He forgot to put the lid on the jar, so the cookies got stale.

Example

Did you find the lid for the container?

Context: “ body parts”

(noun) the skin that covers your eyes. It helps protect your eyes and keeps them moist.

Example

Her eyelid closed gently as she fell asleep.

Example

He couldn't keep his eyelids open because he was so tired.

Example

Why are your eyelids so heavy right now?

Context: “containers”

(verb) to put a cover on something. Like when you close a box or a pot to keep its contents safe.

Example

She always lids her food before putting it in the fridge.

Example

He didn't lid the paint can, and now it dried out.

Example

Did you lid the container after you finished?

How to pronounce lid

Pronunciation: [lɪd]

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