Definitions

1. noun

a grandmother, especially a paternal grandmother.

“Her nana used to bake cookies for her every week.”

2. interjection

an expression of affection or endearment, especially to an older woman, equivalent to “grandma” or “grandmother”.

“Nana, I love you so much.”

3. verb

to pamper or spoil (a child) excessively.

“Her parents always nanaed their daughter, but it was not good for her.”