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godparent
noun god·par·ent \ˈgäd-ˌper-ənt also ˈgȯd-\
: a person who promises to help teach and guide someone in religious matters as part of a Christian baptism ceremony : a godfather or godmother
Full Definition of GODPARENT
: a sponsor at baptism
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First Known Use of GODPARENT
1865
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godparent
noun god·par·ent \ˈgäd-ˌper-ənt\
Definition of GODPARENT for Kids
: a sponsor at baptism
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