| Front | lid |
|---|---|
| Back | BrE /lɪd/NAmE /lɪd/ noun 1 a cover over a container that can be removed or opened by turning it or lifting ita dustbin lid I can't get the lid off this jar. 2 = eyelid keep a/the ˈlid on sth 1 to keep sth secret or hidden 2 to keep sth under control The government is keeping the lid on inflation. He struggled to keep the lid on his anger. lift the ˈlid on sth| take/blow the ˈlid off sth to tell people unpleasant or shocking facts about sth Her article lifts the lid on child prostitution. put the (tin) ˈlid on sth/things (BrE, informal) to be the final act or event that spoils your plans or hopes more flip your lid |
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