grandfather

[ˈɡɹæn(d)ˌfɑːðə(r)]
[ˈɡɹæn(d)ˌfɑðɚ]
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grandfather's - grandfather

A grandfather is the father of your parent. He's often a respected family member who knows many stories and has seen a lot of changes in his lifetime.

When people talk about their grandfathers, they usually think about the good times they shared together. For example, you might hear someone say, "My grandfather used to tell me bedtime stories when I was little." Grandfathers are often the ones who pass down family traditions and values to younger generations. They might also share their own experiences and wisdom with their grandchildren, teaching them important lessons about life. Sometimes people still live with their grandparents, especially in countries where it's common for older family members to care for younger children. In general, grandfathers play an important role in many families as loved and respected figures who connect past and present generations.

How common is "grandfather"?

Word grandfather is considered uncommon in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions

noun

  • A father of someone's parent.

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verb

  • To be, or act as, a grandfather to.