granddaughter

noun

grand·​daugh·​ter ˈgran(d)-ˌdȯ-tər How to pronounce granddaughter (audio)
: the daughter of one's son or daughter

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The scene shared between granddaughter and her unknowing grandfather was gorgeous and a perfect pitch for that Outlander prequel in the works. Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2025 In addition to his granddaughter, survivors include his wife, Mary Louise Weissmann, and his daughters, Jessica McCrea and Tiffany Wind. Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Jan. 2025 Fannie’s Friends support group: Fannie’s Friends is a virtual support group for adult daughters and granddaughters caring for those living with dementia. Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Jan. 2025 In 2021, one of Bryant’s granddaughters came out on a Slate podcast. Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 13 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for granddaughter 

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First Known Use

1608, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of granddaughter was in 1608

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“Granddaughter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/granddaughter. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.

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granddaughter

noun
grand·​daugh·​ter ˈgran-ˌdȯt-ər How to pronounce granddaughter (audio)
: a daughter of one's son or daughter

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