单词 | seraph |
释义 | seraph (once / 2428 pages) n A seraph is an angel — a heavenly, human-like creature with wings. In Christianity, a seraph is an angel of the first order, which is a very important angel. A seraph is a member of a group of angels called the seraphim, who are believed to have six wings. In paintings and sculpture, a seraph is often portrayed as a child with wings. Seraphic is a word meaning "angelic." WORD FAMILYseraph: seraphic, seraphical, seraphim, seraphs+/seraphic: seraphically USAGE EXAMPLESHis many munificent mutterings include: the Shadowy Shades of the Seraphim, the Seven Rings of Raggadorr and — who can forget? — the Hoary Hosts of Hoggoth. New York Times(Oct 27, 2016) The crew is carrying the relics of Seraphim of Sarov, an 18th century saint, provided by the Russian Orthodox Church. Seattle Times(Oct 21, 2016) Hill settled in with help from Gilmer and other families in the St. Bonaventure community, and developed into a top cornerback prospect for the Seraphs. Los Angeles Times(Oct 13, 2016) n an angel of the first order; usually portrayed as the winged head of a child Hyper angel spiritual being attendant upon God |
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