grandma

[ˈɡrændmə]

grandma Definition

• 1. the mother of one's father or mother
• 2. a grandmother

Using grandma: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "grandma" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  My grandma makes the best cookies.

• Example

  I'm going to visit my grandma this weekend.

• Example

  My grandma is turning 80 next month.

grandma Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for grandma

• grandmother
• granny
• nana

Phrases with grandma

• great-grandma

  the mother of one's grandparent

  Example

  I never met my great-grandma, but I've heard a lot about her from my family.

• step-grandma

  the wife of one's grandfather, who is not the biological or adoptive parent of one's parent

  Example

  After my grandpa passed away, my grandma remarried and I gained a step-grandma.

• adopted grandma

  an older woman who is not biologically related but is treated like a grandmother

  Example

  My neighbor is like an adopted grandma to me. She always bakes me cookies and gives me advice.

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Summary: grandma in Brief

The term 'grandma' [ˈɡrændmə] refers to the mother of one's father or mother, or a grandmother. It is a term of endearment and respect for an older female relative. 'Grandma' can be modified by phrases like 'great-grandma,' 'step-grandma,' and 'adopted grandma.'