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Topic: Family Members

godfather

IPA: /ˈɡɒdˌfɑːðər/

KK: /ˈgɑdˌfɑðər/

noun

Definition: A man who acts as a sponsor for someone during a religious ceremony, especially baptism, or someone who has a similar supportive role in another context.

Example: He was chosen to be the godfather of their child, a role that comes with special responsibilities.

transitive verb

Definition: To act as a godfather for someone, often in a ceremonial or supportive role.

Example: He was asked to godfather the child during the baptism.

godmother

IPA: //ˈɡɒdˌmʌðər//

KK: /ˈɡɑdˌmʌðər/

noun

Definition: A woman who takes on a special role in a person's life, often by sponsoring them during a baptism or serving as a mentor or protector.

Example: My godmother always gives me great advice and supports me in everything I do.

transitive verb

Definition: A woman who sponsors a child's baptism and takes on a special role in their life, often providing guidance and support.

Example: She was chosen to be the godmother of the baby, promising to help guide him as he grows up.

godparent

IPA: /ˈɡɒdˌpɛərənt/

KK: /ˈɡɑdˌpɛr.ənt/

noun

Definition: A person who sponsors a child at baptism and takes an interest in their upbringing, often providing guidance and support.

Example: My aunt is my godparent, and she helps me with important decisions in my life.

godson

IPA: /ˈɡɒd.sən/

KK: /gɑdˌsʌn/

noun

Definition: A male child whose baptism is sponsored by a godparent.

Example: He is my godson, and I promised to support him throughout his life.

grandaunt

IPA: /ˈɡrænˌɔnt/

KK: /ˈgrænˌɔnt/

noun

Definition: A grandaunt is the sister of one's grandparent, or the aunt of one's parent.

Example: My grandaunt shared many stories about our family's history.

grandchild

IPA: /ˈɡrænˌtʃaɪld/

KK: /ˈɡrænˌtʃaɪld/

noun

Definition: A child of your son or daughter.

Example: My grandchild loves to play in the park.

granddaughter

IPA: /ˈɡræn(d)ˌdɔːtə/

KK: /ˈɡrændˌdɔːtər/

noun

Definition: A girl or woman who is the child of one's son or daughter.

Example: My granddaughter loves to play in the park.

grandfather

IPA: /ˈɡræn(d)ˌfɑːðər/

KK: /ˈɡrændˌfɑːðər/

noun

Definition: The father of your parent, either your mother or father.

Example: My grandfather tells the best stories about his childhood.

transitive verb

Definition: To allow someone or something to continue under old rules or conditions, even when new rules are applied.

Example: The city decided to grandfather the existing businesses so they wouldn't have to comply with the new zoning laws.

grandfatherly

IPA: /ˈɡrændˌfɑːðərli/

KK: /ˈɡrændˌfɑːðərli/

adjective

Definition: Having the qualities or characteristics typically associated with a grandfather, such as kindness, wisdom, and nurturing.

Example: His grandfatherly advice always made me feel better during tough times.

grandmother

IPA: //ˈɡrænˌmʌðər//

KK: /ˈɡrænˌmʌðər/

noun

Definition: A woman who is the mother of one of your parents.

Example: My grandmother makes the best cookies.

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