godparent

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English

Definitions

noun

The person who stood for a child during a naming ceremony or baptism
A godfather or godmother
One who cares for a child if untimely demise is met by the parents

Related words

Synonyms

baptismal godfathers mentors patrons sponsors guideparent godmother godfather co-parent godparenting godchild gossip godson godparenthood god-grandmother god-child

Associated

baptism fairy child christian catholic children man son

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