corona

[kəˈrəʊnə]

corona Definition

• 1. a visible circle of light that surrounds a luminous body, especially the sun or moon
• 2. an appendage on the outermost part of an object, especially a tooth
• 3. a type of cigar with a long, straight shape and no cap

Using corona: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "corona" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The corona around the sun is visible during a total solar eclipse.

• Example

  The tooth had a corona that needed to be removed.

• Example

  He smoked a corona cigar after dinner.

corona Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for corona

• nimbus
• aureole
• glory
• cigar
• halo

Phrases with corona

• corona discharge

  a process by which a current flows through a gas or vapor between two electrodes and ionizes it, creating a visible glow

  Example

  The corona discharge in the neon sign made it glow brightly.

• corona beer

  a brand of pale lager beer produced in Mexico

  Example

  I ordered a corona beer with my tacos.

• corona del mar

  a neighborhood in the city of Newport Beach, California, known for its beaches and cliffs

  Example

  We went for a walk along the cliffs in Corona del Mar.

Origins of corona

from Latin 'corona', meaning 'crown'

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Summary: corona in Brief

The term 'corona' [kəˈrəʊnə] refers to a visible circle of light surrounding a luminous body, such as the sun or moon. It can also refer to an appendage on the outermost part of an object, like a tooth, or a type of cigar. Examples include 'The corona around the sun is visible during a total solar eclipse.' and 'He smoked a corona cigar after dinner.'