cherubims
/ˈtʃɛrəbɪmz/
noun
- A type of angel, often shown as a small, chubby child with wings, especially in art and religious stories.
- In the old book, cherubims were described as guardians of sacred places.
- The ceiling of the chapel was painted with golden cherubims floating among clouds.
- The museum had a sculpture of two cherubims holding a garland of flowers.