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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In addition to James Dolan, Charles Dolan’s survivors include five other children and numerous grandchildren. Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 29 Dec. 2024 The legacy is a generation of fans — most densely populated in Norway but with a strong contingent in Sweden too — and their children and grandchildren who are mad for all things Leeds. Nancy Froston, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024 The two had five children and numerous grandchildren. Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 28 Dec. 2024 Over the years, the Emmy winner has shared glimpses into her bond with her grandchildren, from birthday milestones to special everyday moments. Michelle Lee, People.com, 27 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 6 Jan. 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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