a celestial crown or accidental glory added to the bliss of heaven, as a reward to those (as virgins, martyrs, preachers, etc.) who have overcome the world, the flesh, and the devil.-the circle of rays, or halo of light, with which painters surround the figure and represent the glory of christ, saints, and others held in special reverence.-a halo, actual or figurative.-see areola, 2.