NIMBUS


Meaning of NIMBUS in English

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

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