heavens

heav-ens · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The sky, especially when regarded as a physical space.

  2. 2.

    Plural of heaven; the abode of God and angels in religious belief.

  3. 3.

    (interjection) An exclamation of surprise, emphasis, or annoyance.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    good heavens — an exclamation of surprise
  • •
    heavens above — an exclamation of astonishment
  • •
    for heaven's sake — an expression of frustration or urgency
  • •
    the heavens opened — it began to rain heavily

Related words

See also: celestial, divine, heaven, sky
Synonyms: cosmos, firmament, sky

Etymology

From Old English heofon, from Proto-Germanic hibin-. The plural form is often used to refer to the sky in a poetic or religious context.