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grandfriend en · NOUN

Etymology

From grand- + friend.

Meanings

1. A friend of the same generation or age as a grandparent.
   • “But I'm sure no one would object if I came as your grandfriend.” He looked puzzled, then beamed at me. “yes! My grandfriend! oh, and you're supposed to bring a treat.” “How about brownies?” “yes. My grandfriend and brownies.” 2014, Alan Sorem, Lucy Scott’s Grand Stand: Age Is an Attitude, Not a Condition, page 52:
   • To enter the contest, students 8-18 years interview a grandparent or grandfriend 50 years or older about the older persons hopes and goals through their life, how they achieved their goals and overcame obstacles .... 2004, The Social Studies Professional:
   • One high school has “Senior Teas” on a fairly regular basis, bringing senior citizens and teenagers together in a social setting. Other communities have students adopt a senior citizen as a “grandfriend” and have regular get-togethers 2000, Marcia Yannizze Melnyk, The Weekend Genealogist:
   • A grandfriend is someone from an older generation. These wise, grandparent-aged friends can help make life a little more fun—and impart wisdom you can't get anywhere else. There may be potential grandfriends in your community in assisted-living facilities. 2018, Amy Neumann, Simple Acts to Change the World: 500 Ways to Make a Difference, page 94:

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