nounless common
An important angel who has a higher position than other angels.
Michael is one of the best-known archangels.
Common phrases & grammar
the archangel Michael · the archangel Gabriel
American English
How to pronounce archangels
nounB2
ahrKAYNjlz
/ˌɑɹˈkʰeɪn.ʤl̩z/
3 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
Related entry: archangel
An important angel who has a higher position than other angels.
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