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Webster 1913 Edition


Godchild

God′childˊ

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Noun.
One for whom a person becomes sponsor at baptism, and whom he promises to see educated as a Christian; a godson or goddaughter. See
Godfather
.

Webster 1828 Edition


Godchild

GOD'CHILD

,
Noun.
[god and child.] One for whom a person becomes sponsor at baptism, and promises to see educated as a christian.

Definition 2024


godchild

godchild

See also: god-child

English

Noun

godchild (plural godchildren)

  1. 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.
    Mary stood as godmother for little Arny, her godchild.

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