grandparent

noun

grand·​par·​ent ˈgran(d)-ˌper-ənt How to pronounce grandparent (audio)
: a parent of one's father or mother
grandparental adjective
grandparenthood noun

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The money donated to the organization from CBS Texas will go towards keeping grandparents in their homes, taking care of their grandkids. Bo Evans, CBS News, 15 Dec. 2025 Consider the Brandy Alexander, a cocktail so old the mere mention of it invites the images of grandparents and gramophones. Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2025 Fred Baker, Frezja’s brother, said that earlier in the day, his sister dropped her son off at her grandparents’ house following a dentist appointment, according to WBTV. Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 12 Dec. 2025 This frame is a thoughtful gift for a parent or grandparent who loves reliving memories. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for grandparent

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First Known Use

1574, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of grandparent was in 1574

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“Grandparent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grandparent. Accessed 19 Dec. 2025.

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grandparent

noun
grand·​par·​ent ˈgran(d)-ˌpar-ənt How to pronounce grandparent (audio)
-ˌper-
: a parent of one's father or mother

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