canopy
n. · v.-
1 forest layer (n.) B2 Upper Intermediate Sciencethe top layer of a forest, formed by the branches and leaves of the tallest trees.
the uppermost layer of a forest or woodland, formed by the crowns of the trees and functioning as a distinct ecological habitat.
ExampleMany unique birds and insects live high up in the rainforest canopy.
ExampleBiologists used a system of ropes and pulleys to reach the rainforest canopy, where they discovered several previously unclassified species of orchids.
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2 architectural cover (n.) B2 Upper Intermediate Architecturea roof-like covering over an entrance, window, or outdoor area.
an overhanging or projecting roof structure, typically providing shelter over a doorway or walkway.
ExampleWe stood under the hotel canopy to stay dry while waiting for a taxi.
ExampleThe modern glass canopy extends from the main entrance to the street, protecting guests from the elements without obscuring the building's facade.
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3 aircraft/parachute (n.) C1 Advanced Technical Sciencethe transparent cover of an airplane cockpit or the fabric part of a parachute.
the transparent enclosure over an aircraft cockpit, or the main fabric surface of a parachute that catches the air.
ExampleThe pilot closed the canopy before starting the jet's engines.
ExampleThe skydiver checked his equipment carefully, ensuring that the parachute canopy was packed correctly to avoid any deployment issues.
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4 bed/furniture cover (n.) B2 Upper Intermediatea decorative cloth cover held up over a bed or a seat.
an ornamental cloth covering suspended over a bed, throne, or person of high rank.
ExampleThe child loved her new bed because it had a pink silk canopy.
ExampleThe royal bed featured a heavy velvet canopy embroidered with gold thread, reflecting the opulence of the seventeenth-century palace.
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5 to cover over (v.) C2 Proficiency Literaryto cover something from above, like trees covering a path.
to provide a covering for or over something; often used in the passive voice to describe natural or architectural shading.
ExampleAncient oak trees canopied the narrow country lane.
ExampleThe narrow medieval streets were canopied by the overhanging upper storeys of the timber-framed houses, creating a permanent gloom below.
From Middle English canapy, canepie, canapee, canape, canope, from Old French conopé, Medieval Latin canapeum, canopeum, from Latin cōnōpēum (“mosquito net, canopy”), from Ancient Greek κωνωπεῖον (kōnōpeîon, “mosquito net”), from Ancient Greek κώνωψ (kṓnōps, “mosquito”), of uncertain origin. More at Ancient Greek κώνωψ (kṓnōps). Doublet of canapé and conopeum.