Definition of Angelus

1. Noun. The sound of a bell rung in Roman Catholic churches to announce the time when the Angelus should be recited.

Exact synonyms: Angelus Bell
Generic synonyms: Bell, Toll

2. Noun. A prayer said 3 times a day by Roman Catholics in memory of the Annunciation.
Generic synonyms: Prayer

Definition of Angelus

1. n. A form of devotion in which three Ave Marias are repeated. It is said at morning, noon, and evening, at the sound of a bell.

Definition of Angelus

1. a Roman Catholic prayer [n -ES]

Medical Definition of Angelus

1. A form of devotion in which three Ave Marias are repeated. It is said at morning, noon, and evening, at the sound of a bell. The Angelus bell. Origin: L. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Angelus

Angelica Archangelica
angelica root
Angelica sylvestris
angelim
angeling
angelique
angelman syndrome
angelologies
angelologist
angelologists
angelology
angelology
angels
Angelucci's syndrome
angelus (current term)
Angelus
angeluses
angelus bell
angel cake
angel dust
Angel Falls
angel fish
angel food cake
angel shark
anger
anger
angered
angering
angerless
angerly

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