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 Definitions of glass ceiling  [ˈglæsˌbloʊ ɪŋ]  

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Definition of 'glass ceiling' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) glass ceiling
an upper limit to professional advancement, esp. as imposed upon women, that is not readily perceived or openly acknowledged.

Etymology:  (1980–85)

Definition of 'glass ceiling' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) glass ceiling
a ceiling based on attitudinal or organizational bias in the work force that prevents minorities and women from advancing to leadership positions

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