Godmother

usgb/ˈɡɑːdmʌðər/
noun

A woman who presents a child at baptism and promises to help raise the child in a Christian way.

My godmother gave me a beautiful silver cross necklace at my baptism.
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Often appears as...

  • become a godmother
  • godmother at baptism

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Religious

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Religious Role

A godmother in a religious context is chosen to guide a child's faith journey.

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Her godmother helped her prepare for her first communion.
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Cultural Variation

The role of a religious godmother might vary significantly across different cultures.

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In some cultures, a godmother also sponsors the child's wedding.
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