This curated set of answers for “Heavens” is based on reliable puzzle completions. Each entry shown was accepted by editors and solvers alike when similar clues appeared in the past.
Answers:
- SKIES
- SKY
- FIRMAMENT
- ETHER
Synonyms and Definitions
SKIES
- Synonyms: flip, pitch, ski, toss
- Definition: the view of the atmosphere and outer space from the perspective of the earth
SKY
- Definition: The view of the atmosphere and space beyond, as seen from Earth.
FIRMAMENT
- Synonyms: celestial sphere, empyrean, sphere, vault of heaven, welkin
- Definition: the visible surface of the imagined sphere where it seems like celestial objects are displayed
ETHER
- Synonyms: aether, diethyl ether, divinyl ether, ethoxyethane, ethyl ether, quintessence, vinyl ether
- Definition: The element that is considered the fifth and most elevated, following air, earth, fire, and water, and was thought to make up all celestial entities.