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god-child
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Definitions ofgod-child
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- 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.
Example: "Mary stood as godmother for little Emily, her godchild."
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