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canopy

noun
/ˈkæn.ə.pi/

Meaning

The upper layer of a forest formed by the crowns of trees; overhead cover.
An overhead covering, such as a roof, tent, or natural cover like tree foliage.

Example Sentences

The rainforest canopy provides shelter to many birds and insects.

The couple got married under a beautiful floral canopy.

Example Expressions

forest canopy

Synonyms

overhead cover, tree cover, forest roof, cover, shelter, awning, roof, shade
Entry 1
overhead cover, tree cover, forest roof
Entry 2
cover, shelter, awning, roof, shade

Antonyms

understory, ground layer, open space, exposure, openness
Entry 1
understory, ground layer, open space
Entry 2
exposure, openness

Collocations

under a canopy, forest canopy, wedding canopy, canopy bed

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