grandchild

noun

grand·​child ˈgran(d)-ˌchī(-ə)ld How to pronounce grandchild (audio)
: the child of one's son or daughter

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The former Heat announcer, who lived in Broward County, is survived by Donna (his wife of 39 years), three children and seven grandchildren. Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 2 June 2026 He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Veronica; his daughters Alison and Kathryn; son Christopher; and five grandchildren. Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 2 June 2026 Bryson is survived by his wife, Tanya Bonaface Bryson; his children, Robert and Linda; and three grandchildren. Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 2 June 2026 And previous reports had indicated that Voight had also tried to intercede with his daughter and grandchildren on Pitt’s behalf. Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for grandchild

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First Known Use

1569, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of grandchild was in 1569

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“Grandchild.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grandchild. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.

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grandchild

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

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