AEGISES

7 letters 8 Scrabble points

Definition of AEGISES

noun

  1. A mythological shield associated with the Greek deities Zeus and Athena (and their Roman counterparts Jupiter and Minerva) shown as a short cloak made of goatskin worn on the shoulders, more as an emblem of power and protection than a military shield. The aegis of Athena or Minerva is usually shown with a border of snakes and with the head of Medusa in the center.

  2. Usually as under the aegis: guidance, protection; endorsement, sponsorship.

    Synonyms: auspices patronage protection
Related words: auspices patronage protection

Source: Wiktionary

Word Details

Letters A E G I S E S
Length 7 letters
Scrabble Score 8 points

Anagrams of AEGISES

Words that use the same letters:

ASSIEGE