n.
Pronunciation: ' nim-b ə s
Function: noun
Inflected Form: plural nim · bi \ - ˌ b ī , - ˌ b ē \ or nim · bus · es
Etymology: Latin, rainstorm, cloud; probably akin to Latin nebula cloud ― more at NEBULA
Date: 1616
1 a : a luminous vapor, cloud, or atmosphere about a god or goddess when on earth b : a cloud or atmosphere (as of romance) about a person or thing
2 : an indication (as a circle) of radiant light or glory about the head of a drawn or sculptured divinity, saint, or sovereign
3 a : a rain cloud b : THUNDERHEAD also : CUMULUS 2
nimbus 2