glass ceiling

A societal barrier that prevents women and minorities from advancing in the workplace. Many people believe that a glass ceiling exists within the tech industry because not many women hold prominent positions in the field.

glass ceiling

An unacknowledged discriminatory barrier to advancement, especially for women and minorities. For example, Harriet knew she'd never be promoted-she would never get through the glass ceiling. [1980s]

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Avedis	-	Armenian
Ulderico	-	Italian
Pancho	PAHN-cho	Spanish
Metrodora	-	Ancient Greek
Sacnite	-	Native American, Mayan
Halsten	-	Swedish