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aegis

Syllabification: (ae·gis)
Pronunciation: /ˈējis/
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Definition of aegis

noun

[in singular]
  • the protection, backing, or support of a particular person or organization:negotiations were conducted under the aegis of the UN
  • (in classical art and mythology) an attribute of Zeus and Athena (or their Roman counterparts Jupiter and Minerva) usually represented as a goatskin shield.

Origin:

early 17th century (denoting armor or a shield, especially that of a god): via Latin from Greek aigis 'shield of Zeus'

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