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godchild

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god·
child
/ˈɡɑdˌtʃaɪld/
(Christianity) a child to whom at a baptism ceremony a godparent promises to help take care of and teach them about the religion
Examples
  • She felt a special bond with her godchild as they grew up together.
  • The godchild looked up to her godmother for advice and encouragement.
  • He gave a thoughtful gift to his godchild on their birthday.
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