The Clue
Broadway figure (5 letter answer)
The Answer
ANGEL
Tags
Notes
The answer ANGEL is seen frequently, appearing about once every 180 puzzles.
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Definition
ANGEL as a noun:
1. spiritual being attendant upon God
2. (saint, holy man, holy person, angel) = person of exceptional holiness
3. (angel, backer) = invests in a theatrical production
4. (Angel, Angel Falls) = the highest waterfall; has more than one leap; flow varies seasonally