Meanings
nounformal
A removable or hinged cover for the top of a container.
ایک ہٹانے کے قابل یا مفصل ڈھکن جو کنٹینر کے اوپر ہوتا ہے۔
ڈھکن
dhakkan
Common Collocations
- saucepan lid
- container lid
- lid on the box
Example Sentences
Please put the lid back on the jar.
براہ کرم جار کا ڈھکن واپس رکھیں۔
Barah-e-karam jar ka dhakkan wapas rakhain.
The lid kept the food warm.
ڈھکن نے کھانے کو گرم رکھا۔
Dhakkan ne khanay ko garm rakha.
He removed the lid to see what was inside.
اس نے اندر دیکھنے کے لیے ڈھکن ہٹا دیا۔
Us ne andar dekhne ke liye dhakkan hata diya.
Easily Confused With
cap:A cap is a type of lid specifically designed to fit tightly, often used for bottles.
💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'lid' as something that 'lids' over a container.
Imagine a pot with a lid on it.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old English "lidde" — to cover
First known use: 15th century
The word 'lid' has evolved from Old English and has been used in various forms throughout the history of the language.