angel

Universal Words noun 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.