1 a spirit who is believed to be a messenger or servant of God. Angels are often shown dressed in white, with wings.
seealsoGUARDIANANGEL
2 a person who is very good and kind; a child who behaves well:
John is no angel, believe me (= he does not behave well). * Mary's children are little angels.
3 (informal) used when you are talking to sb and you are grateful to them:
Thanks Dad, you're an angel. * Be an angel and make me a cup of coffee.
