godfather
Godfather (noun) means a man who sponsors a child's baptism and promises to help guide their religious upbringing. Example: “My uncle is my godfather.”
How to use godfather
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA male godparent, or figuratively, the founding figure behind a movement or field.
Word forms
godfathered past tense, godfathers plural, godfathers singular
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Etymology
From Old English godfaeder, a compound of god and father.
Rhymes for godfather
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What does “godfather” mean?
The word “godfather” means a man who sponsors a child's baptism and promises to help guide their religious upbringing. In plain terms, a male godparent, or figuratively, the founding figure behind a movement or field.
How do you pronounce “godfather”?
“Godfather” is pronounced GOD-fah-thuh (/ˈɡɑdfɑðɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “godfather” in a sentence?
Here is “godfather” used in a sentence: “My uncle is my godfather.”
What part of speech is “godfather”?
“Godfather” is a noun.
Where does the word “godfather” come from?
The word “godfather” comes from Old English. From Old English godfaeder, a compound of god and father.
Is “godfather” a common word?
“Godfather” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “godfather” have?
“Godfather” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a man who sponsors a child's baptism and promises to help guide their religious upbringing.