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

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

1. The cover of the eye; that portion of movable skin with which an animal covers or uncovers the eyeball at pleasure. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Eyelid

Eyeish
eyelash
eyelash
eyelashes
eyelash sign
eyeless
eyelessness
eyelet
eyeleted
eyelets
eyeletted
eyeletting
eyeliad
eyeliads
eyelid (current term)
eyelid (current term)
eyelids
eyelift
eyelifts
eyelike
eyeliner
eyeliners
eyen
eyeopener
eyeopeners
eyepatch
eyepiece
eyepiece
eyepieces
eyepoint

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