Canadian English Meaning of aureole

halo

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Definitions and Meaning of aureole in English

Wordnet

aureole (n)

the outermost region of the sun's atmosphere; visible as a white halo during a solar eclipse

an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint

Webster

aureole (n.)

A celestial crown or accidental glory added to the bliss of heaven, as a reward to those (as virgins, martyrs, preachers, etc.) who have overcome the world, the flesh, and the devil.

The circle of rays, or halo of light, with which painters surround the figure and represent the glory of Christ, saints, and others held in special reverence.

A halo, actual or figurative.

See Areola, 2.

FAQs About the word aureole

halo

the outermost region of the sun's atmosphere; visible as a white halo during a solar eclipse, an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saintA c

Corona,glory,halo,aura,nimbus,starburst,Sunburst

No antonyms found.

aureolaria virginica => False foxglove, aureolaria pedicularia => Aureolaria pedicularia, aureolaria => Aureolaria, aureola => halo, aurelius => Aurelius,