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Meaning of skies
The region of the atmosphere and outer space seen from the earth.
Etymology of skies
The word "skies" has its roots in Old Norse "sky", which means "cloud", and is related to the Old English word "scīan", meaning "to shine" or "to cloud".
The term has been used in English since the 13th century to refer to the atmosphere and outer space.
Synonyms
heavens
atmosphere
air
ether
firmament
expanse
vault
canopy
dome
ceiling
empyrean
zenith
clouds
welkin
blue
heavens above
upper air
celestial sphere
celestial vault
celestial expanse
airy realm
ethereal realm
heavenly sphere
airy region
empyreal realm
celestial heavens
cloudy realm
azure
celestial dome
heavenly vault
Definitions
- The region of the atmosphere and outer space seen from the earth, typically visible as a blue or cloudy expanse.
- * A person's mood or aspect, especially as regarded as indicative of their circumstances or fortunes.
Usage Examples
- The sun was shining brightly in the clear blue skies.
- * The planes soared through the cloudy skies, leaving contrails behind.
- * The fireworks exploded in the evening skies, filling the air with colorful patterns.