1. the sky or the space above the earth where celestial bodies are located
Usage: plural form
2. the dwelling place of God and the angels in various religious traditions
Usage: plural form; religious

1. used to express surprise, shock, or dismay
Usage: informal; often in phrase ‘good heavens’

Examples

• The stars filled the heavens on that clear night.
• Ancient astronomers studied the movement of planets across the heavens.
• Many religions teach that souls go to the heavens after death.
• Good heavens, I forgot my keys again!
• Heavens above, what a mess this room is!
• The rocket disappeared into the heavens within minutes.
• She gazed up at the heavens, wondering about life beyond Earth.