As a Noun: 1. The horizontal surface that forms the top part inside a room . English = ceiling. 2. A horizontal surface above head height used for protecting people and objects from the elements. English = awning, covering. 3. Protection from the sun caused by something, usually horizontal, above head height. English = shade. 4. One of the separate sections in a house or other building, which has its own walls, ceiling, floor, and door. English = room. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To be located overhead. 2. To be protected by an overhead covering. 3. To be in the shade. English = (be) shaded.