sky

sky · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The region of the atmosphere above the earth.

  2. 2.

    [plural]The weather or climate.

Forms

plural: skies

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    the sky's the limit — There is no upper limit.
  • •
    pie in the sky — An unrealistic hope.
  • •
    out of a clear blue sky — Unexpectedly.

Related words

See also: atmosphere, cloud, heaven
Synonyms: firmament, heavens

Etymology

From Old Norse ský ("cloud").