eyelid : Idioms & Phrases
conjunctival layer of eyelids
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noun the part of the conjunctiva lining the posterior surface of the eyelids; continuous with the bulbar conjunctiva
tunica conjunctiva palpebrarum; palpebra conjunctiva.
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third eyelid
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noun a protective fold of skin in the eyes of reptiles and birds and some mammals
nictitating membrane.
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To hang by the eyelids
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(a) To hang by a very slight hold or tenure.(b) To be in an unfinished condition; to be left incomplete.