Ceiling

n.
  1. (Arch.) The inner planking of a vessel.
    1. The inside lining of a room overhead; the under side of the floor above; the upper surface opposite to the floor.
    2. The lining or finishing of any wall or other surface, with plaster, thin boards, etc.; also, the work when done.
    Camp ceiling .
    See under Camp.
    Ceiling boards ,
    Thin narrow boards used to ceil with.