1. A supernatural messenger from a deity, or a divine attendant; often represented as a human with wings
   "In the painting, an angel appeared to the shepherds announcing the birth of Jesus"
    
2. A person of exceptional holiness
   "The nun was considered an angel by the orphans she helped";
   - saint, holy person
    
3. Someone who provides financial support for some venture
   "a liberal angel investor of the arts";
   - backer, angel investor
    
4. A kind, charming, lovable person
   "You're an angel for helping me move on such short notice";
   - darling

1. The highest waterfall; has more than one leap; flow varies seasonally
   - Angel Falls

Derived forms: angels

Type of: falls, good person, patron, spiritual being, sponsor, supernatural being, supporter, waterfall

Part of: celestial hierarchy, Republic of Venezuela, Venezuela

Encyclopedia: Angel, John