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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He is survived by his wife, Kym, as well as their children and grandchildren. Matt Moret, New York Times, 12 May 2026 She is survived by her mother, four siblings, four children, and many grandchildren. Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026 Per the Broncos, he is survived by his wife, Kym; his sister; his children; and his grandchildren. Adam England, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026 In addition to Baier-Bischofberger, Bischofberger is survived by his wife, Christine; daughters Lea and Cora; son Magnus; and ten grandchildren. News Desk, Artforum, 11 May 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 14 May. 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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