granny

Meanings

• Noun

  A elderly woman, often a grandmother.

  - "My granny makes the best apple pie."
  - "My granny's stories about her childhood are fascinating."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɡɹæni/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=88681230"

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Synonyms

old dear , gran , grandma , nan , nanna , nanny

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with granny
danny , hanny , manny , anny

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Variants

List of all variants of granny that leads to same result
grannie , grannies , granny , granny dress , granny dresses , granny flat , granny flats , granny glasses , granny knot , granny knots , granny panties , granny panty , Granny Smith , Granny Smiths

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Etymology

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The word 'granny' originated from the Middle English word 'crone', meaning an old woman.

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Trivia

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1. The oldest recorded use of the word 'granny' in English literature is in the 15th century.

2. In some cultures, the term 'granny' is used to refer to a woman who is not necessarily an elderly grandmother, but rather a wise and experienced woman.

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Related Concepts

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1. grandmother: A woman who has borne children and is the mother or mother-in-law of one's parents.

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Culture

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In literature, 'granny' is often used to represent wisdom, love, and nurturing. In art, grannies are depicted as loving, caring, and often humorous characters.

How to Memorize "granny"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize an elderly woman with wrinkles, gray hair, and glasses. Imagine her wearing a floral dress and knitting a scarf.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'granny' with love, warmth, and wisdom. Think of a kind and caring woman.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Grandma's Got Apples' to remember the definition of 'granny'.

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