angeles
n. countable A1 Beginner US //ˈændʒəɫɪs// an·ge·les
n. the plural form of the Spanish word for 'angels'. You usually see this word as part of the name of the famous city in California.
n. the plural form of the Spanish noun 'ángel', meaning celestial messengers. In an English-speaking context, it serves almost exclusively as a component of the proper toponym Los Angeles.
Many people move to Los Angeles to work in the movie industry.
The city of Los Angeles is known for its diverse culture and Mediterranean climate.
While the name translates literally to 'The Angels', the city's full historical title was much longer, reflecting its Spanish colonial roots in the late eighteenth century.
Usage
Used almost exclusively as a proper noun within the name 'Los Angeles'.