grandpa

noun

grand·pa ˈgran(d)-ˌpä

-ˌpȯ;

ˈgram-ˌpä

-ˌpȯ

plural grandpas

informal

: the father of one's father or mother : grandfather sense 1a

This is an old photo of your grandma and grandpa.

—often used as a form of address

Grandpa, will you read me a story?

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Unlike coastal grandma’s relaxed yet refined energy that’s reminiscent of a refreshing Aperol Spritz, grandpa enters the chat with moody, cozy, and plush features that feel like a warm hug or glass of bourbon on a chilly evening. —

Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2025 On my Mexican side, which includes Spanish and Mayan heritage, my grandpa Victoriano wove ponchos and sold them in our town. —

Jennifer Guzman, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2025 To viewers all around the country and to those who appreciate the man in the grandpa shoes putting the pedal to the floor of the hybrid minivan. —

Christopher Kamrani, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024 Despite the rigorous schedule of a touring musician, Idol has managed to merge his two seemingly opposite worlds as a rock legend and grandpa. —

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