a fairy godmother

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a fairy godmother

someone who helps you solve your problems, usually by giving you money

Usage notes: In children's stories, a fairy godmother is a woman with magic powers who helps someone who is in trouble.

A local company acted as fairy godmother to the theatre by giving a £1 million donation.

See also: fairy, godmother

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