B2nounhomefood
US/lɪd/
UK/lɪd/
the cover of a container, such as a pot, box or jar, that you can lift off or open
In context
She put the lid back on the jar and closed the cupboard.
Steam rose when he lifted the lid of the pot.
The lid of the box was so tight that I needed a knife.
Words that go with lid
verb + noun
- lift the lidLift the lid and stir the soup.
- replace the lidPlease replace the lid after use.
noun + noun
- jar lidI could not open the jar lid.
- pot lidUse a pot lid to stop the oil from splashing.
noun + preposition
- lid ofThe lid of the laptop was cracked.
adjective + noun
- tight lidA tight lid keeps the food fresh.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Screw the lid of the bottle.Correct: Screw the cap on the bottle.