Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

aunt

noun
/ænt/
Definition
An aunt is the sister of one’s parent or the wife of one’s uncle.
Examples
  • My aunt always brings the best gifts for my birthday.
  • We visited my aunt during the summer holiday.
  • She feels like a second mother to me, my aunt.
Meaning
The term refers to a female relative who is connected to you through family ties, often playing a role in your upbringing or family events.
Synonyms
  • relative
  • relation
  • kinswoman