grandkid

noun

grand·​kid ˈgran(d)-ˌkid How to pronounce grandkid (audio)

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Banfield-Norris, who is Jaden’s grandmother, served a softer contrast to her grandkids’ shoes, opting for the elegant Christian Louboutin Senora leopard-print sandals, which feature a distinctive red sole and a T-strap design. Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 24 June 2026 Call your cousins, neighbors, and grandkids. Patricia S York, Southern Living, 23 June 2026 In the latest installment of the comedy franchise, written by Chris Hazzard and Mike Fontana, Nick faces his biggest challenge yet… grandkids. Glenn Garner, Deadline, 22 June 2026 Chris Hazzard and Mike Fontana are writing the new installment, which sees Nick face his biggest challenge yet… grandkids. Angelique Jackson, Variety, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for grandkid

Word History

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of grandkid was in 1895

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“Grandkid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grandkid. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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