grandma

noun

grand·​ma ˈgran(d)-ˌmä 

-ˌmȯ;

ˈgra-ˌmä 

-ˌmȯ

plural grandmas

informal

: the mother of one's father or mother : grandmother

We took the kids to visit their grandma and grandpa.

—often used as a form of address

"Grandma," I said, "is trapping fish legal in this state?"

—Richard Peck

Examples of grandma in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Julia shares how the first design ever sewed from the sketches, a long purple ballgown, was a surprise for her grandma. —Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 6 June 2024

That said, the flaking of the sponge started even earlier, not only creating a mess—some of the bits got caught up in the suede material and were a nuisance to pick out. $5 at Amazon $4 at Walgreens Shoe cleaners Always trust grandma! —Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 May 2024

But the film ultimately belongs to Youn, who is hilarious and heartbreaking as the inappropriate grandma. —Janey Tracey, EW.com, 23 May 2024

Originally sung by Marvin Gaye in 1965, grandmas everywhere will instantly recognize the tune, transporting them back to their younger days when the only McDonald’s shake flavors were the classic chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla. —Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1772, in the meaning defined above