corona
Translation
corona
Examples
The sun's corona is visible during an eclipse.
The sun's corona is visible during an eclipse.
The virus has a corona of protein spikes.
The virus has a corona of protein spikes.
Grammar Patterns
the corona of ((sth.)) the corona of (sth.) The corona of the sun is extremely hot.
Similar Words
Synonyms: halo, aura, wreath
Etymology
From Latin 'corona', meaning 'crown, wreath, garland'.
Memory Tips
Think of a king's 'crown' or the 'crown' of light around the sun. It's the direct Latin root for the word 'crown'.