canopy

//ˈkæn.ə.pi//
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Visual representation of canopy

Noun

canopySingular
canopiesPlural
1

A covering, usually of fabric, suspended above a bed, throne, or sacred object as a decoration or shelter.

The royal bed was decorated with a silk canopy.

2

The uppermost layer of branches and leaves in a forest, formed by the crowns of trees.

The dense canopy blocked most of the sunlight from reaching the forest floor.

3

A rooflike projection or covering, such as the transparent enclosure over an aircraft cockpit.

The pilot slid open the canopy and climbed out of the cockpit.

4

The fabric part of a parachute that opens to slow descent.

The canopy opened smoothly, and the skydiver floated safely to the ground.

Verb

1

To cover or provide with a canopy.

Tall trees canopy the forest path.

Synonym