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grandpa

UK/'^rænpɑ:, '^rændpɑ:/US
A1

Definitions

n.

An informal, affectionate word for grandfather

爷爷;外公(非正式)

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
grand-great, large, magnificent
+
paroot
=grandpa

An affectionate clipping of grandfather: grand- + pa (childish 'papa'). Family speech, not formal writing.

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Grandpa told us stories about his days in the navy.

  • 2.

    Can I stay at Grandpa's this weekend?

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