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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The outlet reports that Mangione’s grandmother had 10 children and 37 grandchildren. Sean Neumann, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024 She is survived by her husband, their children and grandchildren. Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024 Her calling is toward nurturing: first their five children, now their 11 grandchildren. Anna Noyes, Bon Appétit, 16 Dec. 2024 Almost five years ago, when deciding whether to take permanent custody of her only grandchild, Shelia Gamel followed her heart. John Johnston, The Enquirer, 13 Dec. 2024 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 22 Dec. 2024.

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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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