Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
firmamento
noun
/fɪrˈmæn.tə.moʊ/
Definition
The firmament refers to the sky or heavens, especially the vast expanse that appears as an arch over the Earth.
Examples
- The stars twinkled brightly in the firmamento on that clear night.
- In ancient texts, the firmamento is often depicted as a solid dome encasing the Earth.
Meaning
In a broader sense, firmamento can denote the celestial sphere or atmosphere above us, often associated with the cosmos or a spiritual domain.
Synonyms
- sky
- heavens
- celestial sphere