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Eyelid

Eyelid Meaning & Definition
Eyelid Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Eyelid?

[n] either of two folds of skin that can be moved to cover or open the eye; "his lids would stay open no longer"

Synonyms | Synonyms for Eyelid: lid | palpebra

Related Terms | Find terms related to Eyelid:

See Also | cilium | conjunctiva | eye | eyelash | lash | oculus | optic | peeper | protective fold

Eyelid In Webster's Dictionary

\Eye`lid"\, n. (Anat.) The cover of the eye; that portion of movable skin with which an animal covers or uncovers the eyeball at pleasure.

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