a movable cover for an opening, especially at the top of a container
top covering
Cases of word usage
1) a large rigid container, usually with a lid (bin)
2) a heat-proof dish with a lid in which food is cooked (casserole)
3) a device used to fasten a door, lid etc that needs a key to work it; a position of hair that naturally hangs or clings together (lock)
4) to use force to get (a box, lid etc) open or off (prise)
5) a deep cooking pot with a lid and a handle (saucepan)