Vocabulary Entry

tutelar

|adjective • noun

adjective

Relating to guardianship or protection.

Example Sentences

"The tutelar deity was believed to watch over the village."

"She took on a tutelar role in the lives of her younger siblings."

"The animal serves a tutelar function, guiding lost travelers home."

noun

Example Sentences

"In mythology, each child was assigned a tutelar to ensure their safety."

"The tutelar was revered by the community for its protective nature."

"According to tradition, the tutelar of the family would be honored during festivals."