grandad

British

/ ˈɡrænˌdædɪ, ˈɡrænˌdæd /

noun

informal words for grandfather

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"My grandad, Thomas, was a big strong man."

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

"I could have said something there and then but I didn't because protecting my mum and grandad, them not going to prison, was at the forefront of my mind," he added.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Parfitt's family said he was a "well-loved dad and grandad" and said his death had been a shock.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

Addressing Garner in court, McColl's granddaughter Kelly Percival, 33, said: "Your dog basically ate my grandad, but you and your family don't care."

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

“Well, I remember that my old grandad once knew a sea rat,” she answered.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques

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