grandson

noun

grand·​son ˈgran(d)-ˌsən How to pronounce grandson (audio)
: the son of one's son or daughter

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The victim’s grandson arrived at the scene shortly after the crash, Manes said. — Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 30 June 2026 The will also barred his daughter, two sons, grandson and ex-wife from inheriting anything. — Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026 According to police, the suspect's brother, who is another grandson of the victim, was also in the home. — Paula Wethington, CBS News, 30 June 2026 For Esters, the flag represents the opportunities that allowed the great-great-grandson of slaves to find success and flourish. — Corey Williams, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for grandson

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First Known Use

1573, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of grandson was in 1573

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grandson

noun
grand·​son ˈgran(d)-ˌsən How to pronounce grandson (audio)
: a son of one's son or daughter

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