tutelary

UK
/ˈtjuːtələri/
US
/ˈtjuːtəlɛri/

Translations

tutelarynoun
tutelaries
pl
UK
/ˈtjuː.tɪ.ləri/
US
/ˈtuː.təˌleri/
In some cultures, a tutelary spirit is considered an important guardian.
В некоторых культурах опекунский дух считается важным хранителем.
The ancient Romans believed in a tutelary deity for each household.
Древние римляне верили в покровителя для каждого дома.
Additional translations
tutelaryadjective
UK
/ˈtjuːtələri/
US
/ˈtjuːtəlɛri/
The tutelary role of the elder sibling was evident in the family.
Опекунская роль старшего брата была очевидна в семье.
The tutelary deity of the village was believed to protect the inhabitants.
Покровительственное божество деревни, как считалось, защищало жителей.

Definitions

tutelarynoun
A deity or spirit who acts as a guardian or protector of a particular place, person, or nation.
In ancient Roman religion, each city had its own tutelary deity to watch over and protect it.
tutelaryadjective
Serving as a protector or guardian.
The ancient Greeks believed in tutelary deities who watched over their cities.