nimbus (n.)

  1. a dark grey cloud bearing rain

    [ Syn: nimbus cloud , rain cloud ]

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

    [ Syn: aura , aureole , halo , glory , gloriole ]

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