Definition of grandchild
: the child of one's son or daughter
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Neale will also be fondly remembered by his five great-grandchildren, his brothers Gerald (Susan) McLain and Alan (Lucille) McLain and their families.
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The due date of the baby, who will be Queen Elizabeth's sixth great-grandchild, has not been revealed.
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In addition to their daughter, Teresa, Mrs. Link is survived by two sons, David and Gregory; three grandchildren; and one great-grandson.
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Past donations have gone toward individuals raising grandchildren, veterans and schools.
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In Season 2, under pressure from her daughter Penelope (Justina Machado) and grandchildren Elena (Isabella Gomez) and Alex (Marcel Ruiz) to become a U.S. citizen, Lydia struggles with the idea of abandoning her Cuban heritage.
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Survivors include his wife, the former Maria Sosa Avila; two children; and several grandchildren, according to the AP.
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Stefanski has three grown children and five grandchildren, and if everyone comes, that’s a table of 13.
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Since Trump first announced his candidacy for president, the Trump family, as well as those on the other side of the political spectrum, have spoken out to protect the privacy of Barron, Trump's grandchildren, and Sasha and Malia Obama.
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First Known Use of grandchild
1569
GRANDCHILD Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of grandchild for English Language Learners
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: a child of your son or daughter
GRANDCHILD Defined for Kids
Definition of grandchild for Students
plural grandchildren
\-ˌchil-drən\
: a child of a person's son or daughter
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