Meaning & use
angel
A spiritual being believed in many religions to serve as a messenger or attendant of God.
See it in a sentence
In the painting, an angel hovers above the manger with outstretched wings.
Neighbors called her an angel after she spent her weekend helping them rebuild the fence.
A note on using this word
Informally, calling a person an angel praises their kindness rather than making any religious claim.
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