canopy

Meanings

• noun

  A large umbrella or shading structure, typically one that is open at the top and supported by poles or columns.

  - "The wedding ceremony was held under a beautiful canopy."
  - "The tourists enjoyed the shade of the canopy while exploring the ruins."

• noun

  A protective covering, especially one that is large and provides complete shelter.

  - "The newborn rabbit was hidden under its mother's canopy."
  - "The soldiers formed a canopy over the wounded soldier."

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with canopy
dopey , hopey , ropey , mopey

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Variants

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canopies , canopy , canopied , canopying , canopy bed

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Etymology

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From Middle English canopi, from Late Latin canopus, a canopy, from Greek kanopos, a boat, from kanarein to reed or weave, from kanna to reed.

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Trivia

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1. Canopies have been used since ancient times for various purposes, including religious ceremonies and royal processions.

2. The term 'canopy bed' refers to a bed with a protective covering that extends over the sides and ends.

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Related Concepts

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1. Parasol: A type of canopy, usually smaller and used as a personal umbrella.

2. Tent: A larger canopy used for shelter, often used during camping or outdoor activities.

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Culture

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In literature, canopies are often used to represent protection, shelter, or grandeur. For instance, in Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream', Theseus and Hippolyta enter under a 'canopy' of ivy and flowers. In art, canopies are depicted in various forms, such as ornate tents, umbrellas, and even architectural structures.

How to Memorize "canopy"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, open umbrella or shading structure.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of shelter or protection.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a sentence using the word 'canopy': 'Can Opener Opening Canopy' (C-O-O-C).

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