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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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