"man in white" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: men in white [plural]
Etymology: In Christian imagery, God and his son Jesus are frequently depicted as wearing white robes. Head templates: {{en-noun|men in white}} man in white (plural men in white)
  1. God, Jesus Christ
    Sense id: en-man_in_white-en-noun-x9N7Hoah Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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