Ceiling
Ceiling , noun
[See Cell, transitive verb]
1.
(a) (Architecture) The inside lining of a room overhead; the under side of the floor above; the upper surface opposite to the floor.
(b)
(Architecture) The lining or finishing of any wall or other surface, with plaster, thin boards, etc.; also, the work when done.
2.
(Nautical) The inner planking of a vessel.
Collocations (2)
Camp ceiling , See under Camp.
Ceiling boards , Thin narrow boards used to ceil with.