expression, noun
angel; heavenly messenger
Literally 'messenger of heaven'. A somewhat poetic or religious term for an angel, often used in contexts like Christianity or mythology. Compare with 天使 (てんし), the more common word for 'angel'.
See also: 天使
彼女はまるで天の使いのように優しい笑顔をしていた。
She had a gentle smile, just like an angel.
聖書には天の使いが登場する場面が多くある。
There are many scenes in the Bible where heavenly messengers appear.