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guardian deity

Noun

Definitions

1. guardian deity

This noun literally means a guardian deity or divine protector, referring to a god or spirit believed to protect a person, place, or group. It is used in religious and cultural contexts, such as the patron god of a shrine or a team's symbolic protector. In casual usage, it can also describe a person who acts as a reliable protector or savior.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The ancient document records the origins of the castle's guardian deity.

Sentence 2

But then, the roof of the shrine dedicated to the guardian deity was damaged in the strong winds.

Sentence 3

Why does he put so much faith in the guardian deity of that shrine?

Sentence 4

According to the legend, the guardian deity of the mountain guides travelers on their way.

Sentence 5

However, you need to watch out for scams that invoke the name of a guardian deity.