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Definition angel in British English

angel noun

[countable] noun
/ˈeɪndʒ(ə)l/
1

a spirit that in some religions is believed to live in heaven with God. In pictures, angels are shown as people with wings.

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2

a very kind person

Example

Be an angel and get me a cup of coffee.

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3

to sometimes behave improperly

Example

Ryan is no angel, but he's not a bad boy at heart.

Definition angel in British English