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Plural
angels
1
a spiritual and holy being with two white wings, believed to be a servant or agent of God
An angel is a supernatural being often depicted as a messenger or servant of a higher power, such as God. In various religious and spiritual traditions, angels are typically portrayed as benevolent and divine entities with human-like forms, often featuring wings and a radiant appearance. They are believed to provide guidance, protection, and support to individuals, and they can also act as intermediaries between the divine and the mortal world. Angels are common figures in religious texts, mythology, and literature, symbolizing purity, goodness, and spiritual presence.
- The painting showed an angel hovering over the newborn baby.
- She believed her grandmother was her guardian angel.
- The Bible describes the angel Gabriel delivering messages from God.
- Children dressed as angels for the Christmas play.
- In his dream, an angel guided him through a dark forest.
2
a person who provides financial backing for a business venture, typically in its early stages
- The startup secured funding from an angel investor.
- Tech angels often mentor entrepreneurs they support.
- Without her angel, the film would never have been made.
- The angel network helped launch dozens of innovative companies.
- He played the role of angel for many struggling artists.
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