Archangel
/ˌɑˈrkeɪndʒəl/
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Definition
(noun) A powerful angel that leads many other angels, but is still loyal to a deity, and often seen as belonging to a particular archangelical rank or order within a greater hierarchy of angels. (Judeo-Christian examples: Gabriel, Michael, Raphael, Uriel).
Sentence Examples
Muslims believe the Qur'an was revealed to Mohammed by the archangel Gabriel.
The Qur'an was revealed to Mohammed by the archangel Gabriel.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Michael is known as an ____ in several major world religions.