Definition of GODCHILD

godchild

Meanings

Plural: godchildren

Noun

  • an infant who is sponsored by an adult (the godparent) at baptism
  • 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.

Origin / Etymology

From god- + child.

Synonyms

godkid

Scrabble Score: 16

godchild is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
godchild is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
godchild is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 18

godchild is a valid Words With Friends word