The upper interior surface of a room or other similar compartment
“It took on a vaguely human outline and grew until it filled the room ceiling to floor.”
An upper limit or cap on something
“The doctors began an indefinite strike against CPS's plans to impose a ceiling on the yearly level of reimbursed care.”
The greatest amount, extent, or intensity possible, permitted, or recorded
“Having attained the ceiling of debt to equity beyond which it cannot borrow further funds, the company has no choice but to compete less aggressively.”
Something that impedes the progress or movement of someone or something
The top or highest point of an object, structure or landmass
The tip or furthermost part of something
Items that provide physical cover or shelter
Present participle for to apply a (thin) layer on the surface of an object
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