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grandad

British

/ ˈɡrænˌdædɪ, ˈɡrænˌdæd /

noun

informal words for grandfather

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Because her grandad was unable to attend, her family were planning to host an event at his care facility, with the idea of having "a little buffet and some photos with him".

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Despite playing for United, Ella is a City fan like her mum and grandad - her dad and brother support United though.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Her grandad Craig Dixon set about building it and it has been so popular he has had to build a bigger one.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

"We tasked her grandad with making one and it just started getting used more and more."

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

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

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques

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