What is another word for great-grandparents?

Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈe͡ɪtɡɹˈandpe͡əɹənts] (IPA)

As we delve deeper into our family tree, the names of our ancestors become more and more elaborate. Great-grandparents, for example, are the descendants of our grandparents' parents. Yet, there are several other terms in use that can synonymously describe these familial relations. One such term is "great-great grandparents," which represents the two respective generations immediately preceding our own. Another relatively obscure term is "second great grandparents," which is often used in written genealogical records. Additionally, some cultures may refer to these ancestors as "fourth-degree grandparents" or "ancestors of two generations." Regardless of the terminology, our great-grandparents continue to be an important part of our family history and heritage.

What are the hypernyms for Great-grandparents?

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

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