An Italian-
American slang word used to describe an on-the-side girlfriend.
Strangely, this word originates from "comare," which is
a word for the godmother of one's child. Alternatively, the godfather of one's child is a "compare."
These words are also used to describe a very
close friend who isn't necessarily the godmother of your children.
Traditional:
"I
don't trust anyone more than my goomara when it comes to taking care of my
baby."
Contemporary:
"He's not here with his
wife tonight, but his goomara, instead."