Meaning & Definition of word "Granddaughter"

Granddaughter

/ˈɡrænˌdɔː.tɚ/

noun:

  • 1. The daughter of one's son or daughter.
    • Example: My granddaughter loves to play the piano.
  • 2. A female grandchild.
    • Example: She has two granddaughters and one grandson.
  • 3. A term of endearment for a young girl relative.
    • Example: My granddaughter is always full of energy and joy.
  • 4. A descendant in the female line of a person, specifically a granddaughter.
    • Example: As a proud grandmother, I support my granddaughter's ambitions.
  • 5. Used informally to refer to a young girl closely associated with an older person.
    • Example: The community center has programs that greatly benefit not just children, but also their granddaughters and grandsons.

Etymology

The term 'granddaughter' is derived from 'grand' indicating a generation above and 'daughter' referring to the female child.

Common Phrases and Expressions

proud granddaughter:

A granddaughter who makes her family proud.

granddaughter activities:

Fun things that a grandmother might do with her granddaughter.

favorite granddaughter:

A term sometimes humorously used to indicate a granddaughter who is particularly favored.

Related Words

grandparent:

The parent of one's father or mother.

grandchild:

The child of one's son or daughter.

daughter:

A female offspring.

Slang Meanings of granddaughter

Meaning: G-daughter

Example Sentence: She's my G-daughter, and I spoil her.

Meaning: G-baby

Example Sentence: I took my G-baby to the park yesterday.