la tapadera
-the lid
See the entry for tapadera.

tapadera

la tapadera(
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pah
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deh
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A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
feminine noun
a. lid
El cocinero levantó la tapadera y revolvió la salsa.The cook raised the lid and stirred the sauce.
b. top
Ponle la tapadera al frasco.Screw on the top of the jar.
c. cap
¿Me ayudas? La tapadera del tarro está atascada.Could you help me? The cap on this jar is stuck.
2.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
(figurative)
(facade for illegal activities)
a. front
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
(figurative)
La policía necesita una orden judicial para inspeccionar la lavandería, una supuesta tapadera de la mafia.The police needs a warrant to inspect the laundromat, supposedly a front for the mafia.
b. cover
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
(figurative)
La empresa de logística era la tapadera ideal para el tráfico de drogas ilegales.The logistics company was the perfect cover for illegal drug trafficking.
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