What is the meaning of Aegis?

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.

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

the aegis, or shield. See Aegis; αἰγίς.

1. of Zeus or Jupiter
2. of Athena or Minerva

of Zeus or Jupiter

of Athena or Minerva

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1. a shield, a defence; protection
   1. the jewelry by which maidens try to conceal their ugliness

      a shield, a defence; protection

      1. the jewelry by which maidens try to conceal their ugliness

         the jewelry by which maidens try to conceal their ugliness

         heartwood larch

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