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nimbus

|nim-bus|

/ˈnɪmbəs/

halo or rain cloud

Etymology

Etymology Information

'nimbus' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'nimbus', where it meant 'cloud' or 'halo'.

Historical Evolution

'nimbus' was directly borrowed from Latin into English, retaining its original form and meaning.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'cloud' or 'halo', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a luminous cloud or a halo surrounding a supernatural being or a saint.

The painting depicted a saint with a nimbus around his head.

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Noun 2

a large gray rain cloud.

The sky was filled with dark nimbus clouds, signaling an impending storm.

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Last updated: 2025/01/16 20:21