Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
great-aunt
noun
/ˈɡreɪt ˌɔːnt/
Definition
The sister of one’s grandparent.
Examples
- My great-aunt baked cookies for all the family gatherings.
- We visited my great-aunt last summer, and she told us stories from her childhood.
Meaning
A great-aunt is a family member who is the sister of one of your grandparents, making her an aunt to your parent.
Synonyms
- grand-aunt
- great-auntie
