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nim·bus
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agnus dei
the figure of a lamb bearing a cross or banner, emblematic of Christ -
gloria
Liturgy. Gloria in Excelsis Deo. Gloria Patri. the response Gloria tibi, Domine, “Glory be to Thee, O Lord.”. -
gloriole
a halo, nimbus, or aureole. -
halo
Also called nimbus. a geometric shape, usually in the form of a disk, circle, ring, or rayed structure, traditionally representing a radiant light around or above the head of a divine or sacred personage, an ancient or medieval monarch, etc. -
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paschal lamb
Jewish History. a lamb slaughtered and eaten on the eve of the first day of Passover. Ex. 12:3–11.