Grandchild

/ˈɡræn(d)ˌtʃaɪld/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A child of one's son or daughter.

My grandmother loves to spend time with her grandchild during the holidays.

A descendant in the third generation, specifically the child of one's child.

Each grandchild brings their own unique personality to the family gatherings.

The relationship between a parent and the child of that parent's child.

She takes great pride in sharing family stories with her grandchild.

From grand- + child; the prefix 'grand-' indicating a generational relation.

grandparent-grandchild relationship

Refers to the bond between a grandparent and their grandchild.

grandchild care

Refers to the act of caring for one's grandchildren.

grandchild visitation

Refers to the times when a grandparent has the opportunity to see their grandchild.

grandparent

The parent of one's father or mother.

grandson

The son of one's child.

granddaughter

The daughter of one's child.

Grands

My grands are coming over for dinner.

G-kid

I love hanging out with my g-kid on the weekends.