Grandpa

/ˈɡræn.pɑː/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person's father or mother’s father.

My grandpa tells the best stories from his childhood.

A term of affection used for one's grandfather.

I love spending weekends with my grandpa.

An informal term used in some cultures to refer to an elderly man.

That old man in the park is a beloved grandpa to all the kids.

Diminutive form of 'grandfather', originating in the early 20th century.

grandpa's stories

Tales told by a grandfather, often nostalgic.

like grandpa used to say

A phrase used to invoke traditional wisdom or advice.

grandpa's house

A place often associated with family gatherings and warmth.

grandmother

The mother of one's father or mother.

grandchild

The child of one's son or daughter.

grandparents

The parents of one's father or mother.

Gramps

I went to visit Gramps this weekend.

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