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godchild.

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.

8 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈɡɑdˌt͡ʃaɪld/General-American/ˈɡɒdˌt͡ʃaɪld/Received-Pronunciation
  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 Emily, her godchild.
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From god- + child.

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