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nimbus

 

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Noun nimbus has 2 senses
  1. nimbus, nimbus cloud, rain cloud - a dark gray cloud bearing rain
    --1 is a kind of cloud
    --1 has parts: aureole, corona
  2. aura, aureole, halo, nimbus, glory, gloriole - an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint
    --2 is a kind of light, lightness

Definitions from the Web

<h1>Nimbus</h1>

<h2>Definition</h2>

<p>Noun:</p>

<ul>

<li>A luminous cloud or halo surrounding a divine or sacred figure, often depicted in religious art.</li>

<li>A large rain cloud associated with thunderstorms, characterized by a flat, dark base, and fluffy, white top.</li>

<li>A dark, gray, or gloomy atmosphere or mood.</li>

</ul>

<h2>Verb:</h2>

<p>To surround or envelop in a cloud or mist.</p>

<h2>Adjective:</h2>

<p>(Of the sky or weather) cloudy, gray, or gloomy.</p>

<h2>Sample Sentences:</h2>

<p>1. In religious paintings, saints are often depicted with a nimbus shining around their heads.</p>

<p>2. As I looked up, I saw a massive nimbus cloud approaching, indicating that a storm was imminent.</p>

<p>3. The persistent rain created a nimbus that hung over the city, casting a somber mood.</p>

<p>4. The mountains were partially obscured by a nimbus of mist and fog.</p>

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