ceiling

noun B1

Meaning

The ceiling is the upper surface of a room that you can see when you look up.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "ceiling" with "floor," which is the surface you walk on.

Example Sentences

The ceiling in my room needs a fresh coat of paint .
The ceiling in this room is painted bright white .
The ceiling is not clean after the rainstorm .
What color do you want to paint the ceiling ?

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