Cherub: meaning, definitions and examples

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cherub

 

[ หˆtสƒษ›r.ษ™b ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

angelic figure

A cherub is a type of angel often depicted as a chubby, rosy-cheeked child with wings. In many religious and artistic traditions, cherubs are seen as guardians of divine light and innocence. They are commonly associated with love and the protection of children. In art, they are typically represented in a playful and sweet manner, often found in religious paintings and sculptures. The imagery of cherubs has influenced various aspects of culture, symbolizing purity and untainted beauty.

Synonyms

angel, child angel, infant angel

Examples of usage

  • The painting featured cherubs frolicking among the clouds.
  • In the nursery, there were cherubs painted on the walls.
  • The cherub statue graced the entrance of the chapel.

Translations

Translations of the word "cherub" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น querubim

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเฅ‡เคฐเฅเคฌ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Cherub

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ cherub

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั…ะตั€ัƒะฒะธะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ cherub

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฑใƒซใƒ“ใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chรฉrubin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ querubรญn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kerub

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ผ€๋ฃจ๋น”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุฑูˆุจูŠู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cherub

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ cherub

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŸบ่ทฏไผฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kerub

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kerรบb

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั…ะตั€ัƒะฒะธะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒ”แƒ แƒแƒ‘แƒ˜แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kerub

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ querubรญn

Etymology

The word 'cherub' comes from the Hebrew word 'kerub' (ื›ึฐึผืจื•ึผื‘), which originally referred to a kind of celestial being associated with the presence of God. In ancient Middle Eastern cultures, cherubs were often depicted as powerful, winged creatures that guarded sacred places. The concept evolved in Jewish and Christian traditions, where cherubs became associated more with innocence and divine love rather than their original somewhat fearsome representation. By the Renaissance, artists began portraying cherubs as plump, childlike figures with wings, which reflected the growing emphasis on innocence and childhood in art and culture. This transformation led to the modern depictions of cherubs seen in contemporary art, often symbolizing purity, love, and divine favor.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,021, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.