Definition of Aegis

under the influence or protection of a specific individual, body, or government

Examples of Aegis in a sentence

As a young salesman, Stan worked under the aegis of his father who emphasized the value of treating customers fairly.  🔊

The knight was under the aegis of the king so he was not punished for his crimes against the villagers.  🔊

Since the sailors were under the aegis of their commanding officer, they knew to behave appropriately while on leave.  🔊

The man argued he could say whatever he wanted because his right to speak was under the first amendment’s aegis.  🔊

We knew the work protocols might change once we started to work under the aegis of the new hotel manager.  🔊

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