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| Pandora |
in Greek mythology, the first woman, who, when she opened the lid of a box out of curiosity, let all the evils out into the world. |
| pyxis |
a seed pod that drops its seeds when the lid falls off, as in the purslane; pyxidium. [1/3 definitions] |
| seidel |
a large beer mug, often with a hinged lid. |
| shaker |
someone or something that shakes, esp. a container with a perforated lid for shaking seasoning onto food. [1/3 definitions] |
| silent butler |
a container having a handle and a hinged lid and used for collecting ashtray contents, crumbs, and the like for disposal. |
| slam1 |
to shut (a door, lid, or the like) with force and loud noise. [1/6 definitions] |
| stein |
a large, usu. ceramic mug, sometimes having a hinged lid, used esp. for beer. [1/2 definitions] |
| tin |
a lightweight metal container with an easily removable lid, used primarily for storing foods that are not refrigerated. [1/8 definitions] |
| top1 |
a cover, cap, or lid placed over or on something. [1/15 definitions] |
| trap-door spider |
any of several spiders that construct a silk-lined nest covered by a hinged lid resembling a trap door. |
| tureen |
a large, deep, wide dish, usu. with a lid, used for serving soups, stews, and the like. |
| vinaigrette |
a small bottle or box with a perforated lid for holding smelling salts or the like. [1/3 definitions] |
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