gramps

noun (informal)

«gramps» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

(informal) Grandfather; a friendly name for your grandad. tree →
(informal, sometimes cheeky) A way of talking to or about any old man. tree →

In the lessons

A friendly family word, especially in the USA, Canada and Australia; in the UK people more often say «Grandad» or «Grandpa». Used in speech and informal writing; when talking to a stranger it can be rude.

Examples

Gramps took me fishing at the lake. tree →
«Hi, Gramps!» shouted Lily as she ran to hug him. tree →
My gramps tells the funniest stories. tree →
We baked a cake for Gramps's birthday. tree →
Gramps fell asleep in his armchair after lunch. tree →
Calling a stranger «gramps» is cheeky. tree →

Note

Informal. Used like a name, with a capital G when you call someone: «Thanks, Gramps!» Other words: grandfather (formal), grandad, grandpa, granddad, pop, pops; grandmothers are gran, granny, nan, nana, grandma.

On Mova

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