guardian angel
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Definition
Noun: 1. A spiritual being believed to watch over and protect a specific person: The term refers to an angelic entity thought to be assigned to an individual, offering guidance, protection, and care from a spiritual realm.
Examples of Usage
- Many people find comfort in the belief that they have a guardian angel looking out for them.
- She felt her guardian angel had intervened to prevent the accident.
- In the story, the child's guardian angel appears to offer wisdom in a time of crisis.
Advanced Usage
- Used metaphorically: The phrase can describe a person who acts as a protector or benevolent guide.
- My older sister was my guardian angel during my first year at university.
Variants and Related Words
- Guardian (n): A defender, protector, or keeper.
- Angel (n): A spiritual being acting as a messenger or servant of God.
Synonyms
- Protector
- Patron saint
- Tutelary spirit
Related Idioms
- To have a guardian angel: To be fortunate or seemingly protected from harm.
- He walked away from the crash without a scratch; he must have a guardian angel.
Noun
- an angel believed to have special affection for a particular individual