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aura

|au/ra|

B2

/ˈɔːrə/

distinctive atmosphere

Etymology
Etymology Information

'aura' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aura,' where 'aura' meant 'breeze' or 'air.'

Historical Evolution

'aura' changed from the Latin word 'aura' and eventually became the modern English word 'aura'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'breeze' or 'air,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'distinctive atmosphere or quality.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a distinctive atmosphere or quality that seems to surround and be generated by a person, thing, or place.

The old mansion had an aura of mystery.

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Noun 2

a supposed emanation surrounding the body of a living creature, viewed by mystics as the essence of the individual.

She claimed to see a bright aura around him.

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