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Jacqueline Bisset, who is Jolie’s godmother, was on hand to present the Desert Palm Achievement Award, actress to the star.—Kirsten Chuba, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Jan. 2025 Elton John is opening up about his kids' famous godmother.—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024 Their wedding invitations and all of the paper goods were designed by family friend and the bride’s sister’s godmother Champagne Maker on Instagram.—Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2024 Gifted to her godmother Queen Victoria, Sally seeks to avenge those who took her as royal property.—Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 15 Jan. 2025 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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