noun🔗ShareA 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."My friend's godfather promised to help him with his schoolwork. "religionfamilytraditioncultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA small post which is used in repairing a fence. For instance attached to and supporting an existing broken fence post."The farmer used a small godfather to support the broken fence post near the vegetable garden. "propertyarchitecturebuildingagriculturetechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA mafia leader."The godfather of the local crime family was known for his ruthlessness. "personorganizationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo act as godfather or guardian to."My uncle godfathered my cousin throughout her high school years, helping her with schoolwork and extracurricular activities. "familyreligionritualcultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
