Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
coronae
noun
/kəˈroʊ.nə/
Definition
The plural form of corona, which refers to a crown or circle of light.
Examples
- The solar coronae are visible during a total solar eclipse.
- In botany, certain plants may develop coronae around their flowers.
- The COVID-19 virus, under a microscope, shows a crown-like structure, leading to the term ‘corona’.
Meaning
In various contexts, ‘coronae’ can denote distinct halo-like structures, particularly in astronomy, biology, and religious symbolism.
Synonyms
- crowns
- halos
- auras