Definitions for: 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"

Webster (1913) Definition: 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.

Synonyms: lid, palpebra

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