either of two folds of skin that can be moved to cover or open the eye; his lids would stay open no longer

[ Syn: eyelid , palpebra ]

a movable top or cover (hinged or separate) for closing the opening at the top of a box, chest, jar, pan, etc.; he raised the piano lid'

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

[ Syn: hat , chapeau ]