fairy godfather

American  

[fair-ee god-fah-ther] / ˈfɛər i ˈgɒdˌfɑ ðər /

noun

1. a kindly sponsor or guardian; godfather.

2. a fairy-tale character who uses magical powers to help a hero or heroine.

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Etymology

Origin of fairy godfather

First recorded in 1845–50

Example Sentences

In fact, Harris will be returning as himself to the show in the second half of its first season, in Episode 10, as a fairy godfather of sorts to Zoya.

From New York Times

“George almost instantly became my journalism fairy godfather,” said McNutt, who earned her master’s from Maryland in 2013.

From Washington Post

Compelled, Mandy coordinated with her friend and photographer Kelly Anderson for the photo session in which she proudly wore the clear resin arm, made by artist and “fairy godfather” Gilbert Lozano for the storybook session.

From Fox News

Hall says Ru Paul and Porter have also helped him navigate fame as a black gay man, particularly the Emmy-nominated “Pose” star Porter, whom he describes as his “fairy godmother, fairy godfather.”

From Seattle Times

At its heart, “Teen Spirit” is a story about a fairy godfather pushing 70 and a pop princess who’s ambivalent about the very meaning and existence of a happily ever after.

From Washington Post