Definition of heaven
1
: the expanse of space that seems to be over the earth like a dome : firmament
—usually used in plural the brightest star in the heavens
2a
often capitalized
: the dwelling place of the Deity and the blessed dead
hopes to go to Heaven when she dies
b
: a spiritual state of everlasting communion with God
4
: a place or condition of utmost happiness : something that is very pleasant or enjoyable
Our week at the spa was sheer heaven.
5
Christian Science
: a state of thought in which sin is absent and the harmony of divine Mind (see mind entry 1 sense 8) is manifest
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The first known use of heaven was before the 12th century
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