Definitions
n. the inside surface at the top of a room
天花板
n. the highest amount or level that is allowed
上限；最高限额
Example
A small spider was crawling across the ceiling.
一只小蜘蛛正爬过天花板。
A ceiling on annual rent increases could protect tenants, although it might discourage investment in housing.
限制年度租金涨幅可以保护租户，但也可能抑制住房投资。
Collocations
- high ceiling
- ceiling fan
- price ceiling
- set a ceiling on
Usage tip
ceiling是室内天花板；roof是建筑外部的屋顶。
FAQ
- What does ceiling mean?
- the inside surface at the top of a room the highest amount or level that is allowed
- How is ceiling pronounced?
- UK /ˈsiːlɪŋ/, US /ˈsiːlɪŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
