canopy

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of CANOPY

a raised covering over something for decoration or protection <trees line both sides of the garden path, with their foliage forming a leafy canopy for walkers>

Synonyms awning, ceiling, cover, roof, tent

Related Words dome, marquee, pavilion; arbor, bower, pergola; screen, shade, shelter, shield, sunshade, umbrella; canvas (also canvass), fly

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