cherubims

/ˈtʃɛrəbɪmz/
noun
  1. 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.
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