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Noun:

  • 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.
  • Endorsement.
  • Protection, guidance. Usually used as ''?under the aegis?'' because of its origin as protection of the shield of Athena.
  • Sponsorship.

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