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nimbus
noun nim·bus \ˈnim-bəs\
: a circle of light
plural nim·bi \-ˌbī, -ˌbē\ or nim·bus·es
Full Definition of NIMBUS
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
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Origin of NIMBUS
Latin, rainstorm, cloud; probably akin to Latin nebula cloud — more at nebula
First Known Use: 1616
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nimbus
noun nim·bus \ˈnim-bəs\
plural nim·bi \-ˌbī\ or nim·bus·es
Definition of NIMBUS for Kids
: a rain cloud
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