godchild Definition
- 1a child whose baptism is sponsored by a godparent
- 2a person for whom another person serves as a sponsor at baptism
Using godchild: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "godchild" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She became the godmother of her best friend's son and he became her godchild.
Example
He has several godchildren from his close friends and family members.
Example
The godchild was excited to receive a gift from his godfather on his birthday.
godchild Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for godchild
- godson
- goddaughter
- sponsored child
Phrases with godchild
to be a child who has been baptized and whose godparent is someone in particular
Example
She is proud to be her aunt's godchild.
the most important godchild in a baptism ceremony, usually chosen by the parents or godparents
Example
The godchild of honor wore a special outfit and received a special blessing during the ceremony.
godparent-godchild relationship
the relationship between a godparent and their godchild, which is often seen as a special bond
Example
They have a strong godparent-godchild relationship and she often turns to him for advice.
Summary: godchild in Brief
A 'godchild' [god-chahyld] is a child whose baptism is sponsored by a godparent or a person for whom another person serves as a sponsor at baptism. It is a formal relationship that creates a special bond between the godparent and godchild. Examples include 'She became the godmother of her best friend's son and he became her godchild.' and 'The godchild was excited to receive a gift from his godfather on his birthday.'
