Definition of lid

lidnoun

nắp, vung (xoong, nồi..)

/lɪd/

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The word "lid" originates from Old English "liþ" or "liþd," meaning "covering" or "shelter." It is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "*liziz," which is also the source of the Modern German word "Lid" meaning "cover" or " lid." The concept of a lid as a covering or shut-off device dates back to ancient times. In Old English, the word "liþ" was used to describe a covering or shield, such as the lid of a cauldron or a cap on a well. Over time, the meaning of the word "lid" expanded to include other types of coverings, such as the lid of a container or a helmet. Today, the word "lid" is used in a variety of contexts, including architecture, engineering, and everyday language. Despite its evolution, the word "lid" retains its root connection to the idea of protection and covering.

Summary
type danh từ
meaningnắp, vung
meaningmi mắt ((cũng) eyelid)
meaning(từ lóng) cái mũ
namespace

a cover over a container that can be removed or opened by turning it or lifting it

nắp đậy trên một thùng chứa có thể được tháo ra hoặc mở bằng cách xoay hoặc nâng nó lên

Example:
  • They use old dustbin lids as drums.

    Họ sử dụng nắp thùng rác cũ làm trống.

  • I can't get the lid off this jar.

    Tôi không thể mở nắp cái lọ này được.

  • The lid of the jar is tightly sealed, preventing any air from escaping and keeping the contents fresh for longer.

    Nắp lọ được đậy kín, ngăn không cho không khí thoát ra ngoài và giữ cho thực phẩm bên trong tươi lâu hơn.

  • As I lift the lid on the pot, the aroma of the simmering soup fills the kitchen with its comforting warmth.

    Khi tôi mở nắp nồi, mùi thơm của súp đang sôi lan tỏa khắp căn bếp với sự ấm áp dễ chịu.

  • I carefully pry the lid off the old biscuit tin, the rusty hinges groaning in protest.

    Tôi cẩn thận nạy nắp hộp đựng bánh quy cũ, bản lề gỉ sét rên rỉ phản đối.

Extra examples:
  • His name was on the lid.

    Tên anh ấy ở trên nắp.

  • I poured some water and screwed the lid back on the bottle.

    Tôi đổ một ít nước và vặn nắp chai lại.

  • Keep the lid on the pan until the liquid comes to the boil.

    Đậy nắp chảo cho đến khi chất lỏng sôi.

  • She lifted the lid of the box.

    Cô nhấc nắp hộp lên.

  • The coffin lid had been screwed down.

    Nắp quan tài đã được vặn xuống.

either of the pieces of skin above and below the eye that cover it when you blink or close the eye

một trong những phần da phía trên và bên dưới mắt che mắt khi bạn chớp mắt hoặc nhắm mắt

Example:
  • He was watching her through half-closed lids.

    Anh đang quan sát cô qua đôi mi khép hờ.

Related words and phrases

Idioms

flip your lid
(informal)to become very angry and lose control of what you are saying or doing
  • She’ll flip her lid when she finds out.
    • keep a/the lid on something
    to keep something secret or hidden
    to keep something under control
  • The government is keeping the lid on inflation.
  • He struggled to keep the lid on his anger.
    • lift the lid on something | take/blow the lid off something
    to tell people unpleasant facts about something
  • Her article lifts the lid on bullying in the workplace.
    • put the (tin) lid on something/things
    (British English, informal)to be the final act or event that causes your plans or hopes to fail