First Known Use: 1820
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godsend
noun god·send \ˈgäd-ˌsend also ˈgȯd-\
: something that provides great and usually unexpected help when it is needed
: a very helpful person
Full Definition of GODSEND
: a desirable or needed thing or event that comes unexpectedly
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Origin of GODSEND
back-formation from god-sent
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GODSEND Defined for Kids
godsend
noun god·send \ˈgäd-ˌsend\
Definition of GODSEND for Kids
: some badly needed thing that comes unexpectedly <The new job was a godsend.>
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