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compadre

compadre

1 8.4
A man who becomes a child's godfather at baptism and has a special family role
  • noun
  • /kəmˈpæd.reɪ/
  • US
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  • In their community, a compadre is not just a godfather, but also a lifelong friend and mentor.

Examples

  • And it's great to have the Pope and many folks as my compadres in arms.

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  • It's the second day when she's still there that they actually realize that she's potential compadre and start to open up.

  • At the baptism, Juan became the compadre of Sofia's son, promising to guide him throughout his life.

  • As her compadre, Manuel felt a special responsibility to be a positive role model for his godchild.

Synonyms

godfather
vscompadre
48 3.9

A man who supports and guides someone in their career or work

focuses more on close social or family duties after the ceremony than formal mentoring
godparent
vscompadre
11 2.9

A person who promises at a child's baptism to help their religious faith and support them

stresses close social or family ties after the ceremony rather than religious duty

Surface Forms

compadre singular
compadres plural

Etymology

Compadre comes from Spanish parts com- ('with') and padre ('father'), literally 'co-father' for the child's godfather at a baptism. That's why a compadre is a child's godfather and often becomes a trusted part of the extended family.