A winged angelic being described in biblical tradition as attending on God, typically represented in art as a chubby, healthy-looking child with wings.

The painting depicted a cherub hovering above the scene, adding a divine touch to the artwork.

A beautiful or innocent-looking child.

The little girl, with her curly hair and rosy cheeks, looked like a cherub as she played in the garden.

A member of the second order of angels in the traditional Christian angelic hierarchy, ranking below seraphim.

According to medieval theologians, each cherub is endowed with perfect knowledge of divine mysteries.

cherubadjective

Depicting, resembling, or relating to a cherub or cherubs; cherubic.

The ceiling was covered in elaborate cherub designs.