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aegis

noun

Meaning

  1. nounA mythological shield associated with the Greek deities Zeus and Athena (and their Roman counterparts Jupiter and Minerva) shown as a short cloak made of goatskin worn on the shoulders, more as an emblem of power and protection than a military shield. The aegis of Athena or Minerva is usually shown with a border of snakes and with the head of Medusa in the center. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}
  2. nounGuidance, protection; endorsement, sponsorship.

    Example: under the aegis

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