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nimbi

One entry found.

Main Entry:
nim·bus 
          Listen to the pronunciation of nimbus
Pronunciation:
\ˈnim-bəs\
Function:
noun
Inflected Form(s):
plural nim·bi 
          Listen to the pronunciation of nimbi \-ˌbī, -ˌbē\ or nim·bus·es
Etymology:
Latin, rainstorm, cloud; probably akin to Latin nebula cloud — more at nebula
Date:
1616
1 a: a luminous vapor, cloud, or atmosphere about a god or goddess when on earth b: a cloud or atmosphere (as of romance) about a person or thing2: an indication (as a circle) of radiant light or glory about the head of a drawn or sculptured divinity, saint, or sovereign3 a: a rain cloud b: thunderhead ; also : cumulus 2


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