uraeus UK /jʊˈɹiː.əs/US /juˈɹi.əs/ noun1 •A representation of the sacred asp, symbolising supreme power in ancient Egypt.In front is an inlaid cobra, the Royal uraeus, and around the band are attached 15 rosettes, each composed of four flowers and four leaves of openwork inlaid. — 1914 formsuraei · uraeuses