godfather

UK
/ˈɡɒdˌfɑːðə/
US
/ˈɡɑdˌfɑðər/
godfathernoun
godfathers
pl
UK
/ˈɡɒdˌfɑːðə/
US
/ˈɡɑdˌfɑðər/
Traducciones
крёстный отец
He is the godfather of my child.
Он крёстный отец моего ребёнка.
My godfather gave me a special gift for my birthday.
Мой крёстный подарил мне особый подарок на день рождения.
Traducciones adicionales
Definiciones
A male godparent, a person who sponsors a child at baptism and promises to take responsibility for their religious education.
John was honored to be chosen as the godfather of his nephew at the baptism ceremony.
A man who is influential or pioneering in a particular field or activity.
He is considered the godfather of modern jazz, having influenced countless musicians.
A leader or boss of a criminal organization, especially in the Mafia.
The godfather of the crime family was known for his strategic mind and ruthless tactics.
godfatherverb
godfathered
Past Simple
godfathered
Past Participle
godfathering
Gerund
UK
/ˈɡɒdˌfɑːðə/
US
/ˈɡɑdˌfɑðɚ/
Traducciones
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Definiciones
To act as a godfather to someone, typically in a religious or ceremonial context.
He was honored to godfather his nephew at the baptism ceremony.
To sponsor or support someone or something, often in a guiding or protective role.
The experienced director decided to godfather the young filmmaker's debut project.
godfatheradjective
more godfather
Comp.
most godfather
Super.
Used attributively to describe qualities characteristic of a godfather, especially protective or mentoring behaviour.
Definiciones
Relating to, characteristic of, or befitting a godfather, especially in providing guidance, protection, or patronage.
He adopted a godfather attitude toward the new recruits.