Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

great-grandparent

noun

/ˈɡreɪt ˈɡrænˌpɛrənt/

Definition

A great-grandparent is the parent of one’s grandparent.

Examples

My great-grandparents lived in a small village.
Every summer, we visited my great-grandparents and listened to their fascinating stories.
Understanding my family history includes learning about my great-grandparents.

Meaning

In family terminology, a great-grandparent refers to the generation that is two steps above one’s grandparents, forming a part of one’s extended family tree.