: the daughter of one's son or daughter

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The president's granddaughter said she's developed many of her own fitness habits by researching what works and adapting it to fit her lifestyle. Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026 Moore included a picture of Willis holding his granddaughter, Louetta Isley Thomas Willis. Hannah Malach, InStyle, 21 July 2026 Longer two-hour or half-day sessions allow for more detailed pieces, with half-day bookings directly supporting Batian’s two granddaughters. Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026 Many of those lessons are carried on today through his daughter and granddaughter. Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for granddaughter

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First Known Use

1608, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of granddaughter was in 1608

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“Granddaughter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/granddaughter. Accessed 28 Jul. 2026.

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granddaughter

noun
: a daughter of one's son or daughter

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