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ceiling
Synonyms and Antonyms of ceiling
1 a real or imaginary point beyond which a person or thing cannot go there's a ceiling on prices Synonyms bound, boundary, cap, limit, confines, end, extent, limitation, line, terminationRelated Words extremity, fag end, terminus; border, brim, edge, margin, rim, verge; outside; bar, barrier, fence, hedge, restraint, stop, wall
2 a raised covering over something for decoration or protection we sat around the campfire under a ceiling of stars Synonyms awning, canopy, cover, roof, tentRelated Words dome, marquee, pavilion; arbor, bower, pergola; screen, shade, shelter, shield, sunshade, umbrella; canvas (also canvass), fly
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