godmother
/ˈɡɒdmʌðə/noun
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.
Example sentence
- “I really like my godmother.”
Related words
stepmotherThe wife of one's biological father, other than one's biological mother.widowA person who has lost a spouse and not remarried:.mentorA wise and trusted counselor or teacher.groomA man who is about to marry.grandparentThe parent of someone's parent.brideA woman in the context of her own wedding; one who is going to marry or has just been married.