aegis
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[edit] Etymology
From Latin aegis, from Ancient Greek αἰγίς (aigis), “‘goatskin”, “shield of Athena’”), from αἴξ (aix), “‘goat’”).
[edit] Pronunciation
- IPA: /ˈiːdʒɪs/
[edit] Noun
aegis (plural aegises or aegides)
- A mythological shield associated with Zeus and Athena shown as a short cloak consisting of a goatskin. The aegis of Athena is usually shown with a border of snakes and with the head of Medusa in the center. The aegis is more an emblem of protection and power than an actual military shield.
- Protection, guidance. Usually used as ‘under the aegis’ because of its origin as protection of the shield of Athena.
- Endorsement.
- Sponsorship.
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protection, guidance
