ceil

[ seel ]

verb (used with object)

1. to overlay (the ceiling of a building or room) with wood, plaster, etc.
2. to provide with a ceiling.

ceil

/ siːl /

verb

1. to line (a ceiling) with plaster, boarding, etc
2. to provide with a ceiling

Word History and Origins

Origin of ceil¹

1400–50; late Middle English celen to cover, to panel < ?

Word History and Origins

Origin of ceil¹

C15 celen, perhaps back formation from ceiling

Example Sentences

Starting in late April, Ceil Transit will use Uber’s software to transport “riders in recovery seeking access to employment, essential services, appointments, and recovery programs,” Uber says.

From The Verge

He became an ordained minister and, together with his wife, Ceil, founded a church known as Oasis Christian Fellowship.

From Washington Post

Mahi Pono principal Ceil Howe III told The Maui News it will offer 1-, 5- and 10-acre community farm blocks to local farmers.

From Washington Times

“We were waiting outside in line in our suits and white gloves to go into tea in honor of the 70th anniversary of Finch,” said Ceil Ainsworth, class of 1958.

From New York Times

Ceil is now down to a single baby aspirin each day.

From Washington Post

Related Words

• cover
• fill
• stuff