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Adjective: empyrean  ,em,pI'ree-un or em'peer-ee-un
  1. Of or relating to the sky or heavens
    "the empyrean sphere";
    - empyreal
     
  2. Inspiring awe
    "empyrean aplomb";
    - empyreal, sublime
Noun: empyrean  ,em,pI'ree-un or em'peer-ee-un
  1. The apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected
    "Ancient astronomers used the empyrean to map star positions";
    - celestial sphere, sphere, firmament, heavens, vault of heaven, welkin

Derived forms: empyreans

See also: glorious

Type of: surface

Encyclopedia: Empyrean