Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grandaunt
noun
/ˈɡrænˌɔːnt/
Definition
The sister of one’s grandparent.
Examples
- My grandaunt shared many family stories with me during our visits.
- I found an old photo of my grandaunt at the family reunion.
- She often sends Christmas cards to her nieces and nephews, including me.
Meaning
A grandaunt is a relative who is the sibling of one of your grandparents, which makes her your great-aunt.
Synonyms
- great-aunt
- grand-aunt
