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an·​gel·​i·​fy | \ anˈjeləˌfī \
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Definition of angelify

: to make into or like an angel : angelize

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First Known Use of angelify

1592, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for angelify

angel entry 1 + -ify

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The first known use of angelify was in 1592

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“Angelify.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/angelify. Accessed 21 Jan. 2022.

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