Meaning of the word godparent in English

What does godparent mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

godparent

US /ˈɡɑːdˌper.ənt/

UK /ˈɡɒdˌpeə.rənt/

a person who promises to help raise a child in a Christian faith, or who acts as a sponsor for a child at their baptism

Example:

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My aunt is my godparent and she always sends me a card on my birthday.

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They chose their closest friends to be the child's godparents.

Synonym:

sponsor patron mentor