Saint Ulmo's Light (Noun)
Meaning
An electrical discharge accompanied by ionization of surrounding atmosphere.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The stormy weather was accompanied by Saint Elmo's Light, a bright blue or purple glow that appeared on the ship's mast.
- During the intense thunderstorm, the pilots witnessed Saint Elmo's Light dancing across the wings of the plane.
- The hikers, caught in a fierce mountain storm, were awestruck by the Saint Elmo's Light that flickered around their backpacks.
- As the ship navigated through the turbulent sea, the sailors witnessed a rare display of Saint Elmo's Light on the rigging.
- The electrical discharge known as Saint Elmo's Light illuminated the aircraft's control surfaces during the violent thunderstorm.
Synonyms
- Electric Glow
- St. Elmo's Fire
- Saint Ulmo's Fire
- Corona
- Saint Elmo's Light
- Corona Discharge
- Saint Elmo's Fire
- Corposant