Athena's shield (4 letters) — Crossword Helper

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The Clue

Athena's shield (4 letter answer)

The Answer

EGIS

Tags

athena auspice egi patronage protection shield sponsorship var

Notes

The answer EGIS is seen frequently, appearing about once every 130 puzzles.

Related Clues

Auspices
Protection
Shield
Sponsorship
Auspices: Var.
Patronage: Var.
Protection: Var.
Sponsorship: Var.

Definition

EGIS as a noun:

1. (breastplate, aegis, egis) = armor plate that protects the chest; the front part of a cuirass