godchild

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A child whose baptism is sponsored by a godparent. In some cases the relationship is maintained indefinitely, with the godchild being treated much like a niece or nephew.

/ˈɡɑdˌt͡ʃaɪld/ /ˈɡɒdˌt͡ʃaɪld/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-godchild.wav

godchild godchildren

From god- + child.

godkid

godbrother goddaughter godfather godmother godparent godsister godson

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