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angelus

/ˈændʒələs/ noun · British & US
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What does angelus mean?

noun

A bell rung at 6 am and 6 pm in Catholic tradition, typically to signal the Angelus prayer. In art, a representation of a heavenly being, typically with wings.

Example

"The angelus bell tolled through the quiet streets, signaling the start of the day."

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