Meaning of the word haloes in English
What does haloes mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
haloes
US /ˈheɪ.loʊz/
UK /ˈheɪ.ləʊz/
Plural Noun
1.
a circle of light or glory appearing around the head of a holy person or angel
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The painting depicted angels with golden haloes.
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Many religious icons feature saints with prominent haloes.
2.
a circle of white or colored light around the sun, moon, or other luminous body, caused by the refraction of light through ice crystals in the atmosphere
Example:
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We saw beautiful lunar haloes last night.
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Solar haloes are often a sign of approaching bad weather.
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