Meaning & Definition of word "Sky"

Sky

/skaɪ/

1. The region of the atmosphere and outer space visible from the earth.
- Example: The sun set behind the mountains, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink.
2. The expanse of space over the Earth, often seen as a blue area during the day and filled with stars at night.
- Example: On a clear night, the sky was filled with countless stars twinkling above.
3. The upper atmosphere or the heavens.
- Example: Birds flew high in the sky, enjoying the freedom of flight.

●Old Norse 'ský', meaning 'cloud' or 'sky'.

sky's the limit:

There are no limits to what can be achieved.

blue skies:

Indicates good weather or a positive outlook.

out of the sky:

Something that appears unexpectedly.

the sky fell:

Something impossible or catastrophic occurred.

head in the clouds:

To be daydreaming or not paying attention.

cloud:

A visible mass of condensed water vapor floating in the atmosphere.

horizon:

The line where the earth's surface and the sky appear to meet.

atmosphere:

The gaseous mass surrounding a celestial body.

star:

A fixed luminous point in the night sky.

aerospace:

The branch of technology and industry concerned with both aviation and space flight.

Meaning: Sky high

● Example Sentence: The prices for concert tickets are sky high.

Meaning: Skies

● Example Sentence: I've got so many things to do; my to-do list is through the skies.