Lid

/lˈɪd/

/ˈɫɪd/

Lid

the removable cover at the top of a container

1.1

either of two folds of skin that can be moved to cover or open the eye

synonyms : eyelid

1.2

headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim

synonyms : chapeau

the removable or hinged cover that protects the soundboard of a piano or other similar instruments

Examples

1. The investigation blew the lid off corruption in city hall.

2. Her latest novel takes the lid off the international art world.

3. The modest pace of economic growth has also kept the lid on price growth.

4. She keeps a lid on her private life.