Egises

/ˈiːdʒɪzɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of egis; multiple instances of protection, sponsorship, or mythological cloak-shields.

Etymology

Plural of 'egis' formed with '-es', though this plural is rare because 'aegis' (and its variant 'egis') is typically used as an uncountable noun in modern English.

Kelly Says

The plural 'egises' reveals how English speakers once treated 'aegis' as countable—you might have multiple divine protections or sponsorships—but modern usage treats it as abstract and singular.

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.