A man present at the christening of a baby who promises to help raise the child in a Christian manner; a male godparent who sponsors the baptism of a child.
A mafia leader.
A small post which is used in repairing a fence. For instance attached to and supporting an existing broken fence post.
To act as godfather or guardian to.
A man who serves as one of a number of attendants to a bridegroom at a wedding, one of whom is the best man.