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.

A female child whose baptism is sponsored by a godparent.

A male child whose baptism is sponsored by a godparent.

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.

(transitive, often figuratively) To act as godfather or guardian to.

A woman present at the christening of a baby who promises to help raise the child in a Christian manner; a female godparent who sponsors the baptism of a child.

(transitive) To act as godmother to.

In certain fairy tales, a fictional benevolent woman with magical powers who uses them to help the cause of the protagonist. / (by extension) Any generous benefactor.

Not acknowledging any deity or god; without belief in any deity or god. / (derogatory, slang) evil, wicked, worldly.

A person who, at a child's naming ceremony or baptism, agrees to help raise the child, originally and especially in regard to their religious development.