noun

gramps

Gramps (noun) means informal word for grandfather. Example: “Gramps took us fishing every summer.”

noun

Informal word for grandfather.

"Gramps took us fishing every summer."

A casual, sometimes teasing way to refer to an old man in general.

""Slow down there, gramps," the teenager joked."

How to use gramps

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA casual word for grandfather, sometimes used jokingly for any older man.

When to use it

Informal — can be affectionate or mildly teasing depending on tone.

gramps plural

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What does “gramps” mean?

The word “gramps” means informal word for grandfather. In plain terms, a casual word for grandfather, sometimes used jokingly for any older man.

How do you use “gramps” in a sentence?

Here is “gramps” used in a sentence: “Gramps took us fishing every summer.”

What part of speech is “gramps”?

“Gramps” is a noun.

How many meanings does “gramps” have?

“Gramps” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal word for grandfather.