1. plural of godmother; women who sponsor a child at baptism and promise to help with the child’s religious education
Usage: Christian tradition
2. plural of godmother; women who act as mentors or protective figures to someone
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The baby had two godmothers at her christening ceremony.
• Both godmothers promised to guide the child in her faith.
• The young actress considered the veteran performers her godmothers in the industry.
• Her godmothers always remembered her birthday with special gifts.
• The godmothers took turns reading Bible stories to their godchild.
• She was grateful to have such caring godmothers throughout her childhood.