In art, the circle of light painted or drawn around the heads of religious figures to indicate their divine nature is called an aureole. It comes from the Latin word aureus, which means golden, and aureoles are often created in golden hues.
Noun
an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint
Noun
the outermost region of the sun''s atmosphere; visible as a white halo during a solar eclipse
n.
A celestial crown or accidental glory added to the bliss
of heaven, as a reward to those (as virgins, martyrs, preachers, etc.)
who have overcome the world, the flesh, and the devil.
n.
The circle of rays, or halo of light, with which painters
surround the figure and represent the glory of Christ, saints, and
others held in special reverence.
n.
A halo, actual or figurative.
n.
See Areola, 2.
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