guardian angel
Americannoun
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an angel believed to protect a particular person, as from danger or error.
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a person who looks after or is concerned with the welfare of another.
Etymology
Origin of guardian angel
First recorded in 1625–35
Example Sentences
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Our twisted version of a capitalist guardian angel, patron saint of spandex in a cropped matching set.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
"I think I must have a guardian angel," said Cizeron.
From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026
What’s it like to be the guardian angel of people who text while driving?
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025
His girlfriend Kate Cassidy said the singer would always be her "guardian angel" and revealed they had planned to marry.
From BBC • Oct. 25, 2024
When Mama passed, Grandma told me Mama is always gonna be my guardian angel.
From "Finding Langston" by Lesa Cline-Ransome
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