dict_dl/en_MerriamWebster/lid_MW.json

{
  "Liddell Hart":{
    "antonyms":[],
    "definitions":{
      "Sir Basil Henry 1895\u20131970 English military historian":[]
    },
    "examples":[],
    "first_known_use":{},
    "history_and_etymology":{},
    "pronounciation":[
      "\u02c8li-d\u1d4al-\u02c8h\u00e4rt"
    ],
    "synonym_discussion":"",
    "synonyms":[],
    "time_of_retrieval":"20220708-083601",
    "type":[
      "biographical name"
    ]
  },
  "lid":{
    "antonyms":[],
    "definitions":{
      ": a movable cover for the opening of a hollow container (such as a vessel or box)":[],
      ": an ounce of marijuana":[
        "\"He wanted privacy. He'd bought a keg of beer and a lid of dope and he didn't want his parents to know.\"",
        "\u2014 Sue Grafton"
      ],
      ": eyelid":[],
      ": hat":[],
      ": something that confines, limits, or suppresses : check , restraint":[],
      ": the operculum in mosses":[],
      ": to cover or supply with a lid":[]
    },
    "examples":[
      "Noun",
      "I had to get a screwdriver to pry the lid off of the paint can.",
      "as he left the field, the pitcher tipped his lid to the cheering crowd",
      "Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
      "The tight-fitting lid whistles when your water reaches 212 \u00b0F. \u2014 Bon App\u00e9tit , 27 June 2022",
      "This style of water bottle comes in a range of sizes and lid options \u2014 there\u2019s even one for kids. \u2014 Jessica Teich, Good Housekeeping , 22 June 2022",
      "La Brasserie serves a c\u00f4te de boeuf for two (or more) that is ceremoniously brought out on a shiny gu\u00e9ridon whose silver lid is dramatically lifted by Mr. Diop, shooting flames into the air ($169). \u2014 John Mariani, Forbes , 22 June 2022",
      "This affordable trail lid (offered by both Giant and its sister brand Liv, in the same model name) features a MIPS liner, a 360-degree fit system, and a choice of eight colors. \u2014 Joe Lindsey, Outside Online , 19 June 2022",
      "To achieve its goal, Iceland created 11 working groups focused on different types of packaging such as plastic punnets, trays and lid pots, and wrote to more than 400 suppliers asking for help. \u2014 Saabira Chaudhuri, WSJ , 17 June 2022",
      "Some even have planters in the rain barrel lid for growing flowers and herbs. \u2014 Better Homes & Gardens , 8 June 2022",
      "Make the haricots verts: In a large skillet with a tightfitting lid over medium-high heat, melt the butter. \u2014 Ann Maloney, Washington Post , 7 June 2022",
      "To make: Remove the metal lid from the ring band of a wide-mouth 16-ounce jar, and trace on a piece of cardboard; cut out and use a hole punch to make a hole large enough to fit a straw. \u2014 Charlyne Mattox, Country Living , 6 June 2022",
      "Recent Examples on the Web: Verb",
      "Don\u2019t hit your head repeatedly with a trash can lid . \u2014 Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes , 2 Oct. 2021",
      "Someone also allegedly picked up a metal trash can lid and began beating the victim, the outlet reported. \u2014 Fox News , 16 Sep. 2021",
      "Also, keep the door\u2014or lid on top-loaders\u2014open to allow air to circulate. \u2014 Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics , 18 Nov. 2020",
      "In New Zealand, two recent clusters were investigated using genomic sequencing, eventually zeroing in on a trash can lid and an elevator button as the likeliest sources of transmission. \u2014 Lois Parshley, National Geographic , 9 Oct. 2020",
      "According to the charges, the sergeant was getting into his squad car near the site where an angry crowd was gathered when Gibson threw a 15-pound metal garbage can lid at him, striking him in the head and knocking him out. \u2014 Pamela Miller, Star Tribune , 4 Sep. 2020",
      "Meanwhile, give the jar and lid a thorough washing and stuff it with fresh vegetables. \u2014 Paul Stephen, ExpressNews.com , 8 Aug. 2020",
      "Utilizing a center-field camera, someone viewing a monitor behind the dugout would steal the signs, and a trash-can lid would be banged to alert hitters what was coming. \u2014 John Shea, SFChronicle.com , 7 Feb. 2020",
      "The fight was so ridiculous that even when Bale grabbed a garbage can lid to fend off Damon's advances, the first concern was about safety. \u2014 Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY , 12 Nov. 2019"
    ],
    "first_known_use":{
      "13th century, in the meaning defined above":"Verb",
      "before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1":"Noun"
    },
    "history_and_etymology":{
      "Middle English, from Old English hlid ; akin to Old High German hlit cover, and probably to Old English hlinian to lean \u2014 more at lean":"Noun"
    },
    "pronounciation":[
      "\u02c8lid"
    ],
    "synonym_discussion":"",
    "synonyms":[
      "cap",
      "cover",
      "top"
    ],
    "time_of_retrieval":"20220707-020941",
    "type":[
      "adjective",
      "noun",
      "verb"
    ]
  },
  "lid cell":{
    "antonyms":[],
    "definitions":{
      ": one of the terminal cells closing the neck of an archegonium until the maturation of the egg cell":[],
      ": the uppermost cell of the antheridium in ferns":[]
    },
    "examples":[],
    "first_known_use":{},
    "history_and_etymology":{},
    "pronounciation":[],
    "synonym_discussion":"",
    "synonyms":[],
    "time_of_retrieval":"20220707-013744",
    "type":[
      "noun"
    ]
  },
  "lidar":{
    "antonyms":[],
    "definitions":{
      ": a device that is similar in operation to radar but emits pulsed laser light instead of microwaves":[]
    },
    "examples":[
      "Recent Examples on the Web",
      "The iPad Air is unlikely to get the iPad Pro's lidar sensor, but if the Air does, that could partially explain Apple's cryptically AR-esque teaser image for the event. \u2014 Samuel Axon, Ars Technica , 4 Mar. 2022",
      "For example, Luminar claims its lidar has an industry-leading viewing range of 250 meters. \u2014 Trefis Team, Forbes , 10 Nov. 2021",
      "Red Leader\u2019s software is focused on fine tuning lidar images, particularly for cheaper, lower-range sensors. \u2014 Kenrick Cai, Forbes , 26 May 2022",
      "The lidar then creates a map of the surrounding terrain. \u2014 Elizabeth Gamillo, Smithsonian Magazine , 25 Apr. 2022",
      "One, developed at Utah\u2019s Brigham Young University, is a lidar rather than radar system that has less range but is cheaper and more portable. \u2014 Andrew Chapman, Smithsonian Magazine , 21 Apr. 2022",
      "And this is the corresponding lidar frame for the same scene. \u2014 Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica , 15 Apr. 2022",
      "The result is claimed to be a very robust and low-cost solution for automotive lidar . \u2014 Sam Abuelsamid, Forbes , 9 Sep. 2021",
      "The device will reportedly display 8K images to each eye and numerous cameras for tracking hand movement, providing a live video feed inside the headset and more\u2014plus lidar for depth information. \u2014 Samuel Axon, Ars Technica , 20 Dec. 2021"
    ],
    "first_known_use":{
      "1963, in the meaning defined above":""
    },
    "history_and_etymology":{
      "li ght + ra dar":""
    },
    "pronounciation":[
      "\u02c8l\u012b-\u02ccd\u00e4r"
    ],
    "synonym_discussion":"",
    "synonyms":[],
    "time_of_retrieval":"20220706-164749",
    "type":[
      "noun"
    ]
  },
  "lidded":{
    "antonyms":[],
    "definitions":{
      ": having lids especially of a specified kind":[
        "\u2014 usually used in combination heavy- lidded eyes"
      ],
      ": having or covered with a lid":[
        "a lidded tureen"
      ]
    },
    "examples":[
      "Recent Examples on the Web",
      "Then, place it in a small, lidded saucepan over medium-high heat. \u2014 Washington Post , 21 Mar. 2022",
      "The NutriBullet Blender Combo took everything fans loved from the original NutriBullet\u2014a super-fast smoothie maker with convenient on-the-go lidded cups\u2014and threw in a capable full-size blender that can tackle everyday tasks. \u2014 Adria Greenhauff, Better Homes & Gardens , 20 Apr. 2022",
      "Transfer to a lidded storage container and freeze until frozen solid, at least 4 hours or up to 1 month. \u2014 Jessica Battilana, San Francisco Chronicle , 4 Feb. 2022",
      "The tripped sprinkler system also caused significant flooding, with the living room \u2014 which features an open- lidded toilet next to the couch \u2014 appearing to be covered in inches of water. \u2014 Li Cohen, CBS News , 22 Feb. 2022",
      "Store a second set of bathroom-specific products and tools in the cabinet under the bathroom sink, or in a lidded basket on a shelf or the floor. \u2014 The Week Staff, The Week , 5 Oct. 2018",
      "These lockable, lidded containers can hold multiple parcels and offer protection from thieves as well as inclement weather. \u2014 Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens , 17 Dec. 2021",
      "Instructions: In a large lidded jar combine the rye, sweet Vermouth and Campari. \u2014 Jessica Battilana, San Francisco Chronicle , 30 Nov. 2021",
      "Make the rice: To a large, lidded pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the achiote or coconut oil and pork or bacon, if using. \u2014 Washington Post , 11 Nov. 2021"
    ],
    "first_known_use":{
      "before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
    },
    "history_and_etymology":{},
    "pronounciation":[
      "\u02c8li-d\u0259d"
    ],
    "synonym_discussion":"",
    "synonyms":[],
    "time_of_retrieval":"20220707-072127",
    "type":[
      "adjective"
    ]
  },
  "lidder":{
    "antonyms":[],
    "definitions":{
      ": one that fastens lids to packed containers":[]
    },
    "examples":[],
    "first_known_use":{},
    "history_and_etymology":{},
    "pronounciation":[
      "\u02c8lid\u0259(r)"
    ],
    "synonym_discussion":"",
    "synonyms":[],
    "time_of_retrieval":"20220706-130040",
    "type":[
      "noun"
    ]
  }
}