compare

godfather

noun kom-PAH-reh Rare

Origin: From Latin compater (co-father), from com- (together) + pater (father).

Also means

pal, crony

Usage Note

Compare is the traditional term for the godfather of one's child, or the father of one's godchild — a relationship of mutual spiritual parenthood. In southern Italian culture and in colloquial usage it also means a close friend or crony. Do not confuse with confrontare (to compare); that verb has no connection to this noun.

Examples

"Il mio compare mi ha aiutato a trovare lavoro."

Natural Translation

My godfather helped me find work.

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