eyelid
Translation
eyelid
Examples
Her eyelids felt heavy with sleep.
Her eyelids felt heavy with sleep.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an/the)) eyelid. She put makeup on her eyelids.
Similar Words
Synonyms: none
Etymology
A compound of 'eye' and 'lid'. A 'lid' is a cover for a container.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'lid' that covers your 'eye'. This makes the meaning very clear.