godfather
/ˈɡɒdfɑːðə//ˈɡɑdfɑðɚ/
noun
- 1
A man present at the christening of a baby who promises to help raise the child in a Christian manner; a male godparent who sponsors the baptism of a child.
- 2
A small post which is used in repairing a fence. For instance attached to and supporting an existing broken fence post.
- 3
A mafia leader.
verb
- 1
To act as godfather or guardian to.
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