Angelship

//ˈeɪnd͡ʒəlʃɪp// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The role or status of an angel; the condition of being an angel. countable, uncountable

    "The essence of angelship or messengership is ministration to the service of mankind: 'Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to do service for the sake of them that shall inherit salvation?'"

  2. 2
    Used as a title or term of address for an angel or virtuous person. countable, ironic, often, uncountable

    ""His angelship was amazingly condescending," said Vargas, who could scarcely smother his laughter."

Example

More examples

"The essence of angelship or messengership is ministration to the service of mankind: 'Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to do service for the sake of them that shall inherit salvation?'"

Etymology

From angel + -ship.

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