grandchild

noun

grand·​child ˈgran(d)-ˌchī(-ə)ld How to pronounce grandchild (audio)
: the child of one's son or daughter

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For example, culturally traditional Mennonites may have participated in mid-20th century vaccination campaigns against diseases like smallpox, leading to their children and grandchildren trusting those vaccines compared to more recent additions to the immunization schedule, Nolt said. Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2025 She was joined by her daughter, Anthony Lowe’s sister, and grandchildren, his teenage son and daughter. Julia Marnin, Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2025 She and Schwarzenegger — who finalized their divorce in 2021 — are united in their love and support for their children and grandchildren. Meredith Kile, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025 It is also known as the most family-friendly day of the tournament because often golfers choose to have their family members (from children and grandchildren to spouses and significant others) serve as their caddies. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for grandchild

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First Known Use

1569, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of grandchild was in 1569

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“Grandchild.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grandchild. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.

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grandchild

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

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