seraph

/ˈsɛrəf/

/ˈsɛrəf/

Other forms: seraphim; seraphs

A seraph is an angel — a heavenly, human-like creature with wings.

In Christianity, a seraph is an angel of the first order, which is a very important angel. A seraph is a member of a group of angels called the seraphim, who are believed to have six wings. In paintings and sculpture, a seraph is often portrayed as a child with wings. Seraphic is a word meaning "angelic."

Definitions of seraph

1. noun

   an angel of the first order; usually portrayed as the winged head of a child
   type of:

   angel

   spiritual being attendant upon God