grandma

noun

grand·ma ˈgran(d)-ˌmä

-ˌmȯ;

ˈgra-ˌmä

-ˌmȯ

plural grandmas

informal

: the mother of one's father or mother : grandmother

We took the kids to visit their grandma and grandpa.

—often used as a form of address

"Grandma," I said, "is trapping fish legal in this state?"—

Richard Peck

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Curious what top dollar items could be hiding in your grandma's house? —

Heather Bien, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2025 In the sweet snapshot shared to Seymour’s Instagram Stories (above), Luna matched her grandma in a pleated silver two-piece set while Willa opted for a strapless burgundy dress. —

Michelle Lee, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024 Food Network star Ree Drummond can add grandma to her list of titles. —

Anna Halkidis, Parents, 20 Dec. 2024 Casual Nights Quilted Bed Jacket This lightweight option has the cut and collar of a classic bed jacket your grandma might’ve worn in the ‘60s but a silky satin sheen and bold coloring that’s lively and modern. —

Clint Davis, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for grandma