aura Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a sensation (as of a cold breeze or bright light) that precedes the onset of certain disorders such as a migraine attack or epileptic seizure
  2. noun an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint
    glory; gloriole; nimbus; aureole; halo.
  3. noun a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing
    atmosphere; air.
    • an air of mystery
    • the house had a neglected air
    • an atmosphere of defeat pervaded the candidate's headquarters
    • the place had an aura of romance

WordNet

Au"ra noun
Etymology
L. aura air, akin to Gr. .
Wordforms
plural Auræ
Definitions
  1. Any subtile, invisible emanation, effluvium, or exhalation from a substance, as the aroma of flowers, the odor of the blood, a supposed fertilizing emanation from the pollen of flowers, etc.
  2. (Med.) The peculiar sensation, as of a light vapor, or cold air, rising from the trunk or limbs towards the head, a premonitory symptom of epilepsy or hysterics.

Webster 1913