The ceiling
Example: The ceiling is white and very high
Definition
"The ceiling" refers to the overhead interior surface of a room, which covers the upper limit and can be flat or decorative. It is often painted or finished, serving to conceal structural elements and sometimes housing lighting fixtures.
Etymology
The term "the ceiling" originates from the Old French word 'celer' meaning 'to hide or conceal,' reflecting its function of covering the upper part of a room. Over time, it evolved in English to denote the overhead interior surface that hides the structure above.
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"The ceiling" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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