Definitions

1. noun

the outermost atmosphere of the earth or other planets, extending several hundred kilometers into space, or a bright, ring-shaped crown of light, as around the sun during a solar eclipse.

“The corona of the sun was visible during the eclipse.”

2. noun

a crown or wreath, especially one of flowers or leaves.

“She wore a corona of flowers in her hair.”

3. noun

a type of crown-shaped structure or decoration, especially one that forms a circle or ring.

“The city’s main square was topped with a beautiful corona.”

4. noun

the crown-like shape of a mushroom cap, especially when it is fully expanded.

“The corona of the mushroom was a vibrant shade of red.”

5. noun

a type of viral infection that causes a disease characterized by symptoms such as fever, cough, and shortness of breath.

“The COVID-19 pandemic was caused by a corona virus.”

6. verb

to form or fit into a crown or ring, especially a circle or a circle of light.

“The sun corona during the eclipse.”