granddad

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English

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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From grand- +‎ dad (“father”).

Pronunciation

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Noun

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granddad (plural granddads)

  1. (informal) grandfather
  2. A familiar or disparaging term of address to an old man.
    Hey! Get out of my way, granddad!

Usage notes

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More common in the UK.

Synonyms

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