grandson

noun

grand·​son ˈgran(d)-ˌsən How to pronounce grandson (audio)
: the son of one's son or daughter

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Grandma Kris Jenner also shared a lengthy tribute in her birthday post for her grandsons. Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024 Rodgers’ maternal grandmother, Barbara Pittman, said her grandson used to call her and her husband Chuck—Aaron’s grandfather—on the morning of high school, college, and pro games, to fill them in on the game plan. Sean Gregory, TIME, 16 Dec. 2024 Victory Junction's inception traces back to the endearing vision of Adam Petty, Richard Petty's grandson. Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024 There was a push for Paul to face Nico Ali-Walsh, the grandson of Muhammad Ali, in a boxing match. Brian Mazique, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for grandson 

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First Known Use

1573, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of grandson was in 1573

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“Grandson.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grandson. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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grandson

noun
grand·​son ˈgran(d)-ˌsən How to pronounce grandson (audio)
: a son of one's son or daughter

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