First Known Use: 1694
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aura
noun au·ra \ˈȯr-ə\
: a special quality or feeling that seems to come from a person, place, or thing
Full Definition of AURA
1
a : a subtle sensory stimulus (as an aroma) b : a distinctive atmosphere surrounding a given source <the place had an aura of mystery>
2
: a luminous radiation : nimbus
3
: a subjective sensation (as of lights) experienced before an attack of some disorders (as epilepsy or a migraine)
4
: an energy field that is held to emanate from a living being
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Origin of AURA
Middle English, from Latin, puff of air, breeze, from Greek; probably akin to Greek aēr air
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AURA Defined for Kids
aura
noun au·ra \ˈȯr-ə\
Definition of AURA for Kids
: a feeling that seems to be given off by a person or thing <There is an aura of mystery about the house.>
Medical Dictionary
aura
noun au·ra \ˈȯr-ə\
plural auras also au·rae \-ē\
Medical Definition of AURA
: a subjective sensation (as of voices or colored lights or crawling and numbness) experienced before an attack of some nervous disorders (as epilepsy or migraine)
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