eyelid
|eye/lid|
A2
/ˈaɪˌlɪd/
eye cover
Etymology
Etymology Information
'eyelid' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'ēagelid', where 'ēage' meant 'eye' and 'hlid' meant 'cover'.
Historical Evolution
'ēagelid' transformed into the Middle English word 'eyelid', and eventually became the modern English word 'eyelid'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'cover for the eye', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a thin fold of skin that covers and protects the eye.
She closed her eyelids to block out the bright light.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35