sponsion
sponsion solemn or formal engagement. XVII. — L. sponsiō, ōn-, f. pp. stem of spondēre promise solemnly, rel. to Gr. spéndein pour a libation, promise; see -SION.
So sponsor godfather, godmother; one who gives surety. XVII. — L.
So sponsor godfather, godmother; one who gives surety. XVII. — L.
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