godfather
Pronunciation:
/ˈɡɒdfɑːðə//ˈɡɑdfɑðɚ/noun
Definitions
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.
A small post which is used in repairing a fence. For instance attached to and supporting an existing broken fence post.
A mafia leader.
verb
Definitions
To act as godfather or guardian to.