welkin

[ˈwɛlkɪn]

welkin Definition

• 1. the sky or heavens
• 2. the upper atmosphere

Using welkin: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "welkin" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The stars twinkled in the welkin above.

• Example

  The eagle soared high into the welkin.

• Example

  The storm clouds darkened the welkin.

welkin Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for welkin

• sky
• firmament
• atmosphere
• heavens

Phrases with welkin

• under the welkin

  in the open air; outside

  Example

  They enjoyed a picnic under the welkin.

• welkin dome

  the sky or heavens, often used poetically

  Example

  The sun set behind the welkin dome.

• welkin-eyed

  having large or bright eyes, often used poetically

  Example

  She was a welkin-eyed beauty.

Origins of welkin

from Middle English 'welken', meaning 'cloud', from Old English 'weolcen'

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Summary: welkin in Brief

The term 'welkin' [ˈwɛlkɪn] refers to the sky or heavens, and can also denote the upper atmosphere. It is often used poetically, as in 'welkin dome,' and 'welkin-eyed.' 'Under the welkin' means in the open air or outside.