What is another word for grannies?

Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈanɪz] (IPA)

The word "grannies" is often used as a slang term for grandmothers or elderly women. However, there are various other synonyms that can be used to refer to these wise and experienced women. Some other words that are commonly used include nana, grandma, granny, abuela, maw-maw, and memaw. Other terms that may be used to refer to grandmothers from different cultural backgrounds include lolo (Filipino), halmoni (Korean), yaya (Greek), and nonna (Italian). These terms all carry a sense of respect and affection towards older women, who hold a special place in many families. No matter the word used, grandmothers play a valuable role in the lives of their loved ones.

What are the hypernyms for Grannies?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Grannies

She had heard all the gossip of the "grannies," which naturally did not come to his own ears.
"The Tempering"
Charles Neville Buck
No, sir; he'd go to our shop, where we do as we say we will, and do it up sharp and ship-shape, no matter how unreasonable the demands of the shilly-shallying old grannies we have to deal with.
"Under the Skylights"
Henry Blake Fuller
Uneasily wondering, the grannies, wives, and little ones went home, when the nightfall quenched all eyesight, and told one another ancient tales of woe.
"Springhaven A Tale of the Great War"
R. D. Blackmore

Famous quotes with Grannies

  • I have three grandchildren – one girl and two boys. I'm a very doting grandmother. I think you're allowed to spoil when you're a granny, that's what grannies are for. In my house, chocolate biscuits are called "don't tell Dad" because that's what I say to them when they see the chocolate biscuits.
    Phyllida Law

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