canopy

• Nom désignant une couverture supérieure, une structure ou une couche, par exemple l'étage supérieur des branches dans une forêt ou un revêtement décoratif en forme de toit.

A noun referring to an overhead covering, structure, or layer, such as the uppermost layer of branches in a forest or a decorative roof-like covering.

1. Overhead coveringB1formal

   A covering above a bed, throne, or entrance, often made of cloth or other material.

   Baldaquin

   • The four-poster bed had a silk canopy.
   • A canopy was erected over the entrance to the hotel.
   • The throne was shaded by a golden canopy.

   Synonymesawningbaldachincoveringshadesheltertester

2. Forest canopyB2formalscientific

   The uppermost layer of branches and leaves in a forest, forming a roof-like covering.

   Canopée

   • Monkeys live in the forest canopy.
   • The canopy blocks most of the sunlight from reaching the ground.
   • Scientists study the biodiversity of the rainforest canopy.

3. Aircraft canopyB2formaltechnical

   The transparent enclosure over the cockpit of an aircraft.

   Verrière d'avion

   • The pilot closed the canopy before takeoff.
   • The fighter jet's canopy is made of reinforced plastic.
   • He looked through the canopy at the clouds below.

• Nom désignant une couverture supérieure, comme un tissu, un toit ou un couvert naturel formé par les branches des arbres.

A noun referring to an overhead covering, such as a cloth, roof, or natural cover formed by tree branches.

1. Cover or shelterC1formal

   To cover or provide with a canopy, like a roof-like covering.

   couvrir d'un dais

   • The trees canopy the path, creating a cool tunnel.
   • The stage was canopied with a large velvet cloth.
   • The garden was canopied by a beautiful pergola.

   Synonymescoverenvelopoverhangoverspreadshadeshelterveil

   Antonymesexposeuncover