grandmama

/ˈɡrændˌmɑːmə/ or /ˈɡrændˌmæmə/

Definitions

1. noun

a grandmother, especially a maternal grandmother.

“She loved spending time with her grandmama.”

2. interjection

used to express affection or endearment.

“Oh, grandmama, I’m so sorry I forgot your birthday.”

3. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a grandmother.

“She wore a grandmama-style apron to cook dinner.”

Synonyms

  • grandmother
  • mama
  • nana

Antonyms

  • abuela
  • grandfather