granddad

noun

grand·​dad ˈgran-ˌdad How to pronounce granddad (audio)
variants or grandad

Examples of granddad in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Baby's Adorable Reaction to Seeing Her Grandad Outside By Alyce Collins Life and Trends Reporter 0 A baby's adorable reaction to seeing her granddad appear outside has melted hearts online, as social-media users praise their undeniable bond. Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025 At celebrations or family events, there was always blended whisky—usually Bell’s, my granddad’s favorite. Noel Burgess, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 The four boys also joined their granddad in a vintage car at the Hall of Fame parade on the day of the event. Emy Lacroix, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024 Sorry, granddad, but Little Whitetail wouldn’t have wanted it any other way. Pat Beall, Sun Sentinel, 17 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for granddad 

Word History

First Known Use

1764, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of granddad was in 1764

Dictionary Entries Near granddad

Cite this Entry

“Granddad.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/granddad. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!