heavens
/ˈhɛvənz/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The distant sky of the sun, moon, and stars.
Noun
Examples
For what obſcured light the heauens did grant,[…]
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
An expression of surprise, contempt, outrage, disgust, boredom, or frustration.
Interjection
Examples
“Heavens!” exclaimed Nina, “the blue-stocking and the fogy!—and yours are pale blue, Eileen!—you’re about as self-conscious as Drina—slumping there with your hair tumbling à la Mérode! Oh, it's very picturesque, of course, but a straight spine and good grooming is better.[…]”
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “heavens” mean?
The distant sky of the sun, moon, and stars.
Is “heavens” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.