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Meaning of the word corona in English

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corona

US /kəˈroʊ.nə/
UK /kəˈroʊ.nə/
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Noun

1.

the rarefied gaseous envelope of the sun and other stars, normally visible only during a total solar eclipse when it is seen as a pearly white irregular halo around the darkened disk of the moon

Example:
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During the total solar eclipse, the sun's corona became visible.
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Scientists study the sun's corona to understand solar flares.
Synonym:
solar coronastellar corona
2.

a type of virus that causes respiratory diseases in humans and animals, including the common cold, SARS, MERS, and COVID-19

Example:
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The new strain of corona virus spread rapidly worldwide.
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Public health measures were implemented to control the spread of corona.
Synonym:
coronavirusCOVID-19
3.

a crown or garland, especially one given as an honor or reward

Example:
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The victor was awarded a laurel corona.
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She wore a beautiful floral corona on her head.
Synonym:
crowngarlandwreath
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