Meaning & Definition of word "Grandfather"
Grandfather
/ˈɡræn(d)ˌfɑːðər/
noun:
- 1. the father of one's father or mother.
- Example: My grandfather fought in World War II.
- 2. any ancestor in the direct line of descent or a male ancestor.
- Example: He traced his roots back to a grandfather who immigrated from Ireland.
- 3. an elderly man, especially one who is a senior family member.
- Example: My grandfather enjoys telling stories from his childhood.
Etymology
●Middle English grandfader, from grand- + father.
Common Phrases and Expressions
grandfather clause:
A provision that allows an old rule to continue to apply to certain cases, while new rules will apply to all future cases.
like grandfather, like grandson:
The resemblance between the two generations, indicating that children often take after their parents or grandparents.
Related Words
grandmother:
The mother of one's father or mother.
grandchild:
A child of one's son or daughter.
grandparent:
The parent of one's father or mother.
Slang Meanings of grandfather
Meaning: Pops
● Example Sentence: Hey, Pops, can you tell me about the old days?
Meaning: Gramps
● Example Sentence: Gramps always has the best stories to tell us.