halo

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halo halo effect

Main Entry: ha·lo
Pronunciation: h-()l
Function: noun
Inflected Form(s): plural halos or haloes
1 : a circle of light appearing to surround a luminous body; especially : one seen as the result of the presence of glaucoma
2 : a differentiated zone surrounding a central object <the halo around a boil>
3 : the aura of glory, veneration, or sentiment surrounding an idealized person or thing
4 : an orthopedic device used to immobilize the head and neck (as to treat fracture of neck vertebrae) that consists of a metal band placed around the head and fastened to the skull usually with metal pins and that is attached by extensions to an inflexible vest -- called also halo brace