corona

Definitions of corona
  1. noun
    an ornamental jeweled headdress signifying sovereignty
    synonyms: diadema
  2. noun
    flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes
    synonyms: espiral, guirnalda, penacho, rosario
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    lauréola
    (antiquity) a wreath of laurel foliage worn on the head as an emblem of victory
  3. noun
    the Crown (or the reigning monarch) as the symbol of the power and authority of a monarchy
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    símbolo
    an arbitrary sign (written or printed) that has acquired a conventional significance
  4. noun
    an English coin worth 5 shillings
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    moneda
    a flat metal piece (usually a disc) used as money
  5. noun
    a toroidal shape
    synonyms: anillo, cerco, rosca, rosquilla
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