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Additionally, her mom also told her that her sister doesn't want her as the baby's godmother anymore.—Jordan Greene, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024 But one maritime tradition that has withstood the test of time is the naming of a cruise ship’s godmother, or a civilian sponsor (usually a woman) who is chosen to bless the vessel with good luck and protection.—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2024 Miley Cyrus’ fiery godmother, Dolly Parton, is her seventh cousin, once removed.—Amy Hubbard, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2024 Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus' kinship runs deeper than godmother and goddaughter.—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 24 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for godmother
Word History
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of godmother was
before the 12th century
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