Tutelary (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

adjective
  1. having the position of guardian or protector of a person, place, or thing: tutelary saint.
  2. of or relating to a guardian or guardianship.
noun, plural tu·te·lar·ies.
  1. a person who has tutelary powers, as a saint, deity, or guardian.
adjective
  1. invested with the role of guardian or protector
  2. of or relating to a guardian or guardianship
noun plural -laries or -lars
  1. a tutelary person, deity, or saint
Tutelary (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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