aunt

/ɔːnt/

Definitions

1. noun

The sister of one’s mother or father.

“I spent the summer with my aunt in the countryside.”

2. verb

To make someone feel affectionate or fond.

“The warm sunshine aunted her and made her feel happy.”

3. verb

To attract or entice someone.

“The beautiful scenery aunted me to visit this place again.”

Synonyms

  • maternal aunt
  • paternal aunt
  • sister-in-law

Antonyms

  • nephew
  • niece