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firmament

/ˈfɜːməm(ə)nt/ /ˈfɝməmənt/

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(usually uncountable) The vault of the heavens, where the clouds, sun, moon, and stars can be seen; the heavens, the sky.

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"Looking up at the clear firmament, the children marveled at the bright stars. "

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The field or sphere of an activity or interest.

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"the international fashion firmament"

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In the geocentric Ptolemaic system, the eighth celestial sphere which carried the fixed stars; (by extension) any celestial sphere.

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"In old astronomy books, the firmament was described as a giant, starry sphere surrounding the Earth, holding all the stars in place. "

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(obsolete except biblical) The abode of God and the angels; heaven.

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"Looking up to the star-filled sky, the child imagined the firmament as a beautiful, distant home for angels. "

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A piece of jewellery worn in a headdress with numerous gems resembling stars in the sky.

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"The bride's elaborate headdress featured a dazzling firmament, catching the light and resembling a miniature, jeweled night sky. "

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A basis or foundation; a thing which lends strength or support.

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"The firmament of their success was built on years of hard work and dedication. "

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The act or process of making firm or strengthening.

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"The coach focused on the firmament of the team's defense, running drills to improve their tackling and communication skills. "

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