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Definition of aegis:
(n) :
a mythological shield associated with Zeus and Athena shown as a short cloak consisting of a goatskin. The aegis of Athena is usually shown with a border of snakes and with the head of Medusa in the center. The aegis is more an emblem of protection and power than an actual military shield; protection, guidance. Usually used as 'under the aegis' because of its origin as protection of the shield of Athena
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Definition of aegis:
(n) :
a mythological shield associated with Zeus and Athena shown as a short cloak consisting of a goatskin. The aegis of Athena is usually shown with a border of snakes and with the head of Medusa in the center. The aegis is more an emblem of protection and power than an actual military shield; protection, guidance. Usually used as 'under the aegis' because of its origin as protection of the shield of Athena