EYELID

eyelid, lid, palpebra

(noun) either of two folds of skin that can be moved to cover or open the eye; “his lids would stay open no longer”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

eyelid (plural eyelids)

A thin skin membrane that covers and moves over an eye.

Synonyms

• blepharon

Source: Wiktionary


Eye`lid", n. (Anat.)

Definition: The cover of the eye; that portion of movable skin with which an animal covers or uncovers the eyeball at pleasure.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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28 May 2025

AIR

(noun) a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing; “an air of mystery”; “the house had a neglected air”; “an atmosphere of defeat pervaded the candidate’s headquarters”; “the place had an aura of romance”


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Coffee Trivia

Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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