great-uncle

noun

great-un·​cle ˈgrāt-ˈəŋ-kəl 

: granduncle

Examples of great-uncle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

His late grandad, Paul, and great-uncle, Martin, also both played in the top tier, for Crystal Palace in the 1970s. —Andy Naylor, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025

When indifferent and haughty stylist Magno Stift falls ill ahead of the tributes’ big pre-games interview, a young Effie swoops in as makeshift stylist, bringing in clothes that belonged to her great-aunt and great-uncle. —Jessica Wang, EW.com, 27 Mar. 2025

My great-uncle Luis was born in Spain, immigrated to Puerto Rico in the 1930s, and spoke Catalan and Spanish. —Dp Opinion, The Denver Post, 11 Mar. 2025

Bob Czarnecki, Lillian's great-uncle, applauded the efforts to find his great-niece. —Abigail Adams, People.com, 5 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for great-uncle

• uncle
• carbuncle
• peduncle
• siphuncle

Kids Definition

great-uncle

noun

: granduncle