archangel
/'ɑ:k,eindʤəl/
Definition
- Noun:
- An angel of high rank: In Christian, Jewish, and Islamic traditions, an archangel is a chief or principal angel, often considered to be of the highest order in the celestial hierarchy.
- A biennial herb: A plant (Angelica archangelica) of the parsley family, historically valued for its medicinal roots and candied stems.
Examples
- Noun (Celestial Being):
- Michael is often depicted as an archangel in religious art.
- The text describes the archangel Gabriel delivering a message.
- Noun (Plant):
- The confectioner used archangel stems to make the sweet.
- Traditional remedies sometimes include archangel root.
Advanced Usage
- Capitalization: When referring to a specific named angel (e.g., Michael, Gabriel, Raphael), "Archangel" is often capitalized.
- Christians believe Archangel Michael leads God's armies.
Variants and Related Words
- Archangelic (adj): Pertaining to or resembling an archangel.
- The painting had an archangelic figure at its center.
Synonyms
- Celestial Being: Chief angel, principal angel, angelic prince.
- Plant: Angelica, garden angelica.
Related Phrases
- The Archangel Michael: A common specific reference to one of the best-known archangels.
- Many churches are dedicated to the Archangel Michael.
Noun
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a biennial cultivated herb; its stems are candied and eaten and its roots are used medicinally
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an angel ranked above the highest rank in the celestial hierarchy
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