lid
Lid (noun) means a removable cover for the top of a container. Example: “She snapped the lid back onto the jar.”
How to use lid
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA cover that fits on top of a container, box, or pot.
Word forms
lidded past tense, lids singular
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She snapped the _____ back onto the jar.
Etymology
From Old English hlid, ultimately from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning "to cover."
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “lid” mean?
The word “lid” means a removable cover for the top of a container. In plain terms, a cover that fits on top of a container, box, or pot.
How do you pronounce “lid”?
“Lid” is pronounced lihd (/lɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “lid” in a sentence?
Here is “lid” used in a sentence: “She snapped the lid back onto the jar.”
What part of speech is “lid”?
“Lid” is a noun.
Where does the word “lid” come from?
The word “lid” comes from Old English. From Old English hlid, ultimately from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning "to cover.".
Is “lid” a common word?
“Lid” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between a "lid" and a "cap"?
A "lid" is a removable cover for the top of a container, typically flat or hinged, such as on a pot or box. A "cap" is usually smaller and screws or snaps onto a narrow opening, like on a bottle or pen; the terms overlap but "lid" suits wider openings.
What is a common expression using the word "lid"?
"Put a lid on it" is a common informal expression meaning to stop talking or to end something, using the container-cover sense figuratively.
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