sky

A1
Pronunciation
/skaɪ/
/skaɪ/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

The atmosphere above a given point, especially as visible from the ground during the day.

Example Sentences
  • That year, a meteor fell from the sky.
2 Definition

The part of the sky which can be seen from a specific place or at a specific time; its condition, climate etc.

Example Sentences
  • I lay back under a warm Texas sky.
3 Definition

Heaven.

Example Sentences
  • This mortal has incurred the wrath of the skies.
4 Definition

(theoretical physics) The set of all lightlike lines (or directions) passing through a given point in space-time.

5 Definition

In an art gallery, the upper rows of pictures that cannot easily be seen.

6 Definition

A cloud.

7 Definition

A vibrant light blue colour, like that of the sky on a fine day.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To hit, kick or throw (a ball) extremely high.

2 Definition

To clear (a hurdle, high jump bar, etc.) by a large margin.

3 Definition

To hang (a picture on exhibition) near the top of a wall, where it cannot be well seen.

4 Definition

To drink something from a container without one's lips touching the container.