lid

Universal Words noun 1 a cover over a container that can be removed or opened by turning it or lifting it: a dustbin lid * I can't get the lid off this jar. 2 = EYELID IDIOMS keep a / the lid 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 lid on sth