Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

paternal-grandmother

noun
/pəˈtɜrnəl ˈɡrændˌmʌðər/
Definition
The mother of one’s father.
Examples
  • My paternal grandmother used to tell me stories from her childhood.
  • During holidays, we always visit my paternal grandmother’s house for family gatherings.
Meaning
A paternal grandmother is a family member who is the female parent of your dad.
Synonyms
  • Grandma
  • Nana
  • Gram