First Known Use: before 12th century
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1lid
noun \ˈlid\
: a cover on a box, can, jar, etc., that can be lifted or removed
Full Definition of LID
1
: a movable cover for the opening of a hollow container (as a vessel or box)
2
: eyelid
3
: the operculum in mosses
4
slang : hat
6
: an ounce of marijuana
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Origin of LID
Middle English, from Old English hlid; akin to Old High German hlit cover, and probably to Old English hlinian to lean — more at lean
2lid
verb
lid·dedlid·ding
Definition of LID
transitive verb
: to cover or supply with a lid
First Known Use of LID
13th century
LID[1] Defined for Kids
lid
noun \ˈlid\
Definition of LID for Kids
1
: a movable cover <the lid of a box>
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noun \ˈlid\
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