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гало́ — meaning in English

galo

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English meaning

halo noun A circle of light shown around the head of a holy figure in art.

Senses

гало́ is used for these senses in English:

halo A circular band of coloured light, visible around the sun or moon etc., caused by reflection and refraction of light by ice crystals in the atmosphere.
halo The metaphorical aura of glory, veneration or sentiment which surrounds an idealized entity.

halo — full definition

noun A circle of light shown around the head of a holy figure in art.
noun A ring of light around the sun or moon, or a similar glowing ring.
verb To surround with a ring of light.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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