eyelid — either of the two folds of skin that can close over each eye
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: either of the two folds of skin that can close over each eye
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈaɪlɪd/
Example Sentences
- My eyelids are getting heavy after studying all night.
- The magician's assistant had glittery eyelids that sparkled under the stage lights.
- He winked by closing one eyelid dramatically.
eyelid
NOUN[/ˈaɪlɪd/]
either of the two folds of skin that can close over each eye
either of the two folds of skin that can close over each eye
Her wounded eyelid has healed, and pain is sealed away!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Eyelid originates from Old English, formed as a compound of 'eye' (the organ of sight) and 'lid' (a cover or flap). The term literally denotes 'the cover of the eye,' describing the fold of skin that closes over and protects the eyeball.
Breakdown
eye (organ of vision) + lid (cover, flap). Both elements derive from Old English roots: 'eye' from Proto-Germanic *augon, and 'lid' from Old English hlid meaning 'cover' or 'gate.'
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My eyelids are getting heavy after studying all night.”
“The magician's assistant had glittery eyelids that sparkled under the stage lights.”
“He winked by closing one eyelid dramatically.”
“The allergic reaction made her eyelids puffy and red.”
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