(transitive, often figuratively) To act as godfather or guardian to.

A man present at the christening of a baby who promises to help raise the child in a Christian manner; a male godparent who sponsors the baptism of a child.

simple past tense and past participle of godfather

present participle of godfather

plural of godfather

(UK, slang, obsolete) A jury of twelve people.

The role of godfather.

Resembling or characteristic of a mafia leader; implacable, having understated power, etc.

Without a godfather.

Of, or befitting, a godfather.