grandkid

noun

grand·​kid ˈgran(d)-ˌkid How to pronounce grandkid (audio)

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Boomers remember his music, their kids and grandkids know his music and love him, too. Carol Cain, Freep.com, 27 July 2025 This year is no different—the former point guard is currently vacationing with his wife Cookie, kids, and grandkids. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 25 July 2025 The rest of her time is dedicated to her four grandkids, three of whom live in the area. Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 12 July 2025 The couple's son, Sidney, was born later that year, joining brother Jack's four kids as the latest grandkid of the Osbourne clan. Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 6 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for grandkid

Word History

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of grandkid was in 1895

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“Grandkid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grandkid. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.

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