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grandfather

[ˈɡrændˌfɑðər]

grandfather Definition

  • 1the father of one's father or mother
  • 2an old man

Using grandfather: Examples

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

  • Example

    My grandfather fought in World War II.

  • Example

    I love spending time with my grandfather.

  • Example

    He is a wise and kind grandfather.

  • Example

    Her grandfather passed away last year.

grandfather Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for grandfather

Phrases with grandfather

  • great-grandfather

    the father of one's grandparent

    Example

    My great-grandfather immigrated to the United States from Italy.

  • the father of one's mother

    Example

    My maternal grandfather was a farmer.

  • the father of one's father

    Example

    My paternal grandfather was a carpenter.

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Summary: grandfather in Brief

The term 'grandfather' [ˈɡrændˌfɑðər] refers to the father of one's father or mother, or an old man. It is often used affectionately, as in 'I love spending time with my grandfather,' or to describe someone's heritage, as in 'My great-grandfather immigrated to the United States from Italy.'

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