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Etymology · Ancient Greek

ἄγγελος

3 English words descend from Ancient Greek ἄγγελος, most common first.

angelAn incorporeal and holy or semidivine messenger from a deity or other divine entity, traditionally depicted as a youthful, winged figure in flowing robes.
AngelaA female given name from Ancient Greek.
angelusA Christian devotion in memory of the Incarnation.