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lid

/lɪd/

Meanings
  • noun

    A flat cover for a container, jar, or other object.

  • noun

    The upper part of a container that can be lifted off or removed.


Pronunciation
  1. /lɪd/



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  2. /lɪd/



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Antonyms

unlid
Synonyms

blepharon
Rhymes
Words rhyming with lid
bid , kid , rid , tide
Variants
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lid , lids , lidded , lidding , flip her lid , flip her wig , flip his lid , flip his wig , flip one's lid , flip one's wig , flip their lid , flip their wig , blow the lid off , keep a lid on , lift the lid on , put a lid on , put a lid on it , put the lid on
Etymology
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Old English hlid, hlidde, hlidan, from hlidan to cover, conceal; akin to hlidan to hide.


Trivia
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  1. A common type of lid used on jars is called a 'flat' or 'flanged' lid, which has a flat surface and a raised rim to create a seal.

  2. In ancient Egypt, lids were often made of precious metals and decorated with intricate designs, indicating the wealth and status of the owner.


Related Concepts
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  1. lidless: Without a lid


Culture
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In literature, lids have been used metaphorically to represent secrets or hidden truths. In art, lids have been depicted as a symbol of containment or protection.

How to Memorize "lid"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a jar with a lid on it. Visualize the shape and size of the lid, and how it fits snugly over the top of the jar.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'lid' with the image of a jar or container being covered.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Lids Keep Containers Covered' to remember the definition of a lid.


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