aegis

• Nom désignant une protection bienveillante ou un patronage officiel, ou encore une pièce d'armure protégeant la poitrine.

A noun referring to kindly endorsement and guidance, or an armor plate that protects the chest.

1. Protection or SupportC1formal

   The protection, backing, or sponsorship of a particular person or organization.

   Égide, protection, soutien

   • The project was conducted under the aegis of the United Nations.
   • The research was carried out under the aegis of the university.
   • The charity operates under the aegis of a well-known foundation.

   Synonymesguardianshipguidancepatronageprotectionsponsorshipsupportumbrella

2. Armor or ShieldC2formal

   A piece of armor that protects the chest, specifically the front part of a cuirass.

   Égide (armure)

   • The ancient warrior wore a bronze aegis into battle.
   • The aegis was often decorated with the head of Medusa.
   • The soldier's aegis was polished to a high shine.

   Synonymesbreastplateplastronshield