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granny

[gran-ee] / ˈgræn i /


NOUN
grandmother
Synonyms
NOUN
old lady
Synonyms


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Her look evolves from a worn-out cog to a biker-like granny who’d seem natural riding on the back of Dennis Hopper’s hog.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

From her embarrassing work mishaps, to her infamous granny pants, Bridget spoke to a generation who saw themselves in her - and has recently won over a whole new set of younger fans too.

From BBC • Nov. 17, 2025

Her boss knows she travels a lot, often as the granny on call.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 21, 2025

When he moved out, Jamie went to live with his granny and one of his brothers.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2025

He said, “Louisiana’s granny ain’t feeling good. Can Louisiana stay here with us?”

From "Louisiana's Way Home" by Kate DiCamillo