Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aurelia
noun
aw-REH-lee-uh
Definition
Aurelia refers to the stage in the life cycle of certain jellyfish, especially those in the class Scyphozoa, where they exist as polyps or young medusae. It can also refer more generally to golden or gilded objects.
Examples
- The aurelia of the jellyfish drifts gracefully in the water.
- Her dress shimmered like aurelia in the evening sun.
- Scientists study the aurelia life stage to understand jellyfish reproduction.
Meaning
The term can denote the biological stage of a jellyfish or can be used poetically to refer to something that is golden or splendid.
Synonyms
- golden
- gilded
- splendid
