au·ra
noun
- the distinctive atmosphere or quality that seems to surround and be generated by a person, thing, or place."the ceremony retains an aura of mystery"
- a supposed emanation surrounding the body of a living creature, viewed by mystics, spiritualists, and some practitioners of complementary medicine as the essence of the individual, and allegedly discernible by people with special sensibilities.
- any invisible emanation, especially a scent or odor.
