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co·ro·na
 corona
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- pronunciation:
- k
ro
n
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
coronae, coronas |
| definition 1: |
in meteorology, a ring or series of concentric rings seen around a heavenly body, caused by diffraction due to fine mist or dust in the atmosphere. (See aureole.)
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| definition 2: |
the irregular region of ionized gases surrounding a star.
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| definition 3: |
a glowing electrical discharge at the surface of a high voltage conductor or between two electrodes.
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| definition 4: |
an upper or crownlike portion of an anatomical feature, such as the top of the head or parts of certain flowers.
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| definition 5: |
a long untapered cigar.
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| related words: |
circle, crown |
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