Defn: An aureole. [R.] Msr. Browning.
GLORIOSA
Glo`ri*o"sa, n. Etym: [Nl., fr. L. gloriosus. See Glorious.] (Bot.)
Defn: A genus of climbing plants with very showy lilylike blossoms, natives of India.
GLORIOSER
Glo`ri*o"ser, n. Etym: [From L. gloriosus boastful.]
Defn: A boaster. [Obs.] Greene.
GLORIOSO
Glo`ri*o"so, n. Etym: [It.]
Defn: A boaster. [Obs.] Fuller.
GLORIOUS Glo"ri*ous, a. Etym: [OF. glorios, glorious, F. glorieux, fr. L. gloriosus. See Glory, n.]
1. Exhibiting attributes, qualities, or acts that are worthy of or receive glory; noble; praiseworthy; excellent; splendid; illustrious; inspiring admiration; as, glorious deeds. These are thy glorious works, Parent of good ! Milton.
2. Eager for glory or distinction; haughty; boastful; ostentatious; vainglorious. [Obs.] Most miserable Is the desire that's glorious. Shak.