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Meaning of
godfather
in English
godfather
us
/ˈɡɑːdfæðər/
uk
/ˈɡɒdfəθər/
#common
Plural
godfathers
Past Tense
godfathered
Participle Verb
godfathering
Third Person Singular
godfathers
Definitions
Noun
a
male
sponsor
at
a
baptism
;
Christian
mentor
one
who
fosters
development
;
key
influencer
a
mafia
leader
;
criminal
organizer
The
mafia
leader
was
known
as
the
godfather
of
the
city
.
Verb
to
act
as
guardian
;
provide
guidance
Her
uncle
agreed
to
godfather
her
child
and
provide
financial
support
.
