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grandsire

Grandsire (noun) means Grandfather.

noun
1
Grandfather.
2
Any male ancestor.
3
Any of a number of methods of change-ringing on bells.
4
The sire of a sire, paternal grandfather
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Etymology

From Middle English graunsire; compare grand and sire.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of grandsire?

"grandsire" (noun) means grandfather.

What are the different meanings of grandsire?

"grandsire" has 3 main meanings: 1. Grandfather; 2. Any male ancestor; 3. Any of a number of methods of change-ringing on bells.

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