guardian angel

noun

an angel believed to protect a particular person, as from danger or error.

a person who looks after or is concerned with the welfare of another.

Origin of guardian angel

First recorded in 1625–35

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Related Words for guardian angels

advocate, angel, champion, protector, lifesaver

British Dictionary definitions for guardian angels

Guardian Angels

pl n

vigilante volunteers who patrol the underground railway in New York, London, and elsewhere, wearing red berets, to deter violent crime

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