Synonyms for
Gran
Definition
Gran is not a word in the English language. However, it could be short for 'grandma' or 'grandfather'.
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- dear gran
- loving gran
- my gran
- your gran
- gran's house
- gran's kitchen
- gran's stories
Word family
noun gran
Usage note
Gran is an informal and affectionate term for grandmother. While widely understood, it is generally not used in formal contexts.
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Example sentences
- My gran loves to bake cookies with me.
- I can't wait to go to my gran's house for Thanksgiving dinner.
- My gran always tells the best stories.
- I miss my gran since she moved away.
- I love spending time with my gran and grandpa.
Quotes
'A grandmother is a little bit parent, a little bit teacher, and a little bit best friend.' - Unknown
'Grandmothers are just antique little girls.' - Unknown
'A grandparent is a little bit parent, a little bit teacher, and a little bit best friend.' - Unknown