Meaning & Definition of word "Niece"

Niece

/niːs/

noun:

  • 1. The daughter of one's brother or sister.
    • Example: My niece is coming to visit us for the summer.
  • 2. A term used for the daughter of one's brother-in-law or sister-in-law.
    • Example: She is my niece from my husband's side of the family.
  • 3. Used informally to refer to a young girl or woman in a friendly or affectionate manner.
    • Example: Come here, my little niece, and show me what you've been working on.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old French 'niece' or Latin 'neptis'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

favorite niece:

A niece who is particularly cherished or favored.

like a niece:

Someone who is treated as a niece, though not biologically related.

Related Words

nephew:

The son of one's sibling.

brother:

A male sibling.

sister:

A female sibling.

Slang Meanings of niece

Meaning: Niecey

Example Sentence: I can't wait to see my niecey this weekend!

Meaning: Lil' niece

Example Sentence: My lil' niece is so cute when she plays.