solar halo

/ˌsoʊlər ˌheɪloʊ/
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Other forms: solar halos

Definitions of solar halo
  1. noun
    a luminous halo parallel to the horizon at the altitude of the sun; caused by ice crystals in the atmosphere
    synonyms: parhelic circle, parhelic ring
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    type of:
    halo
    a circle of light around the sun or moon
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