godchild

noun

god·​child ˈgäd-ˌchī(-ə)ld How to pronounce godchild (audio)
 also  ˈgȯd-
: a person for whom another person becomes sponsor at baptism

Examples of godchild in a Sentence

My niece is also my godchild.
Recent Examples on the Web
These examples are automatically compiled from online sources to illustrate current usage. Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Mitzi also leaves behind her godchildren, actors Melissa and Sara Gilbert. Diego Ramos Bechara, Variety, 10 Aug. 2024 Here’s everything to know about Taylor Swift’s sweet bond with her godchildren. Kelsie Gibson, Peoplemag, 25 July 2024 He is survived by his beloved wife Kerry Milligan and several godchildren. Staff Author, EW.com, 26 June 2024 The actor is survived by his wife, Kerry Milligan, and godchildren Andee Solis, Hilary Williams and Spencer Williams. Julia Moore, Peoplemag, 26 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for godchild 

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of godchild was in the 13th century

Dictionary Entries Near godchild

Cite this Entry

“Godchild.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/godchild. Accessed 18 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

godchild

noun
god·​child -ˌchīld How to pronounce godchild (audio)
: a person for whom another person acts as sponsor at baptism

More from Merriam-Webster on godchild

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!