As a noun nimbus
is a circle of light; a halo.
As a proper noun aura is
shortened from aurelia.
nimbus
English
Noun
(en-noun)
A circle of light; a halo.
A gray rain cloud.
Usage notes
* (circle of light) In heraldry and art, a nimbus may be considered distinct from a halo. The term halo can refer to an open ring of light or of gold behind the head of a saint, while nimbus refers to a solid disk of light or gold.
Synonyms
* (circle of light) halo
Related terms
* nimbed
See also
* halo
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aura
English
Noun
Distinctive atmosphere or associated with something.
(parapsychology) An invisible force surrounding a living creature.
(medicine) Perceptual disturbance experienced by some migraine sufferers before a migraine headache.
(medicine) Telltale sensation experienced by some people with epilepsy before a .
Synonyms
* air
* feeling
* mood
* spirit
* vibe
Derived terms
* auratic
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