gramps
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/ɡræmps/
affectionate term for grandfather
Etymology
Etymology Information
'gramps' originates from English, specifically as a diminutive form of 'grandfather'.
Historical Evolution
'grandfather' transformed into the colloquial term 'gramps' in modern English usage.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'grandfather', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
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