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Definition of Eyelid
1. Noun. Either of two folds of skin that can be moved to cover or open the eye. "His lids would stay open no longer"
Exact synonyms: Lid, Palpebra
Group relationships: Eye, Oculus, Optic
Generic synonyms: Protective Fold
Terms within: Cilium, Eyelash, Lash, Conjunctiva
Derivative terms: Palpebrate
Group relationships: Eye, Oculus, Optic
Generic synonyms: Protective Fold
Terms within: Cilium, Eyelash, Lash, Conjunctiva
Derivative terms: Palpebrate
Definition of Eyelid
1. n. The cover of the eye; that portion of movable skin with which an animal covers or uncovers the eyeball at pleasure.
Definition of Eyelid
1. the lid of skin that can be closed over an eyeball [n -S]
Medical Definition of Eyelid
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