grandmammas
Mothers of mothers
Grandmammas is the plural of grandmamma, an affectionate or old-fashioned term for grandmother.
The word has a gentle, slightly dated quality: The grandmammas sat on the porch watching the children play.
Less common than grandmas or grandmothers in contemporary usage.
Informal term for grandmother
- ancestorPredecessor in lineage
- kinfolkFamily members collectively
- lineageDescent from progenitors
- heritageInherited cultural legacy
clan · bloodline · descendants · progeny · genealogy · dynasty · relations · kin
One providing daily assistance
- affectionWarm emotional attachment
- comfortEase or soothing relief
- tendernessGentle, caring quality
- warmthHeat you feel
compassion · love · gentleness · kindness · protection · guidance · patience · soothing
Guidance on decisions
- proverbsTraditional wisdom capsules
- insightDeep perceptive understanding
- experiencePractical knowledge from life
- knowledgeUnderstood facts and skills
understanding · guidance · discernment · traditions · remedies · recipes · folklore · lessons
Higher in rank
- agedAdvanced in years
- octogenarianPerson in ninth decade
- nonagenarianPerson aged ninety-plus
- silver-hairedHaving gray-white hair
old-timer · retiree · pensioner · elder · venerable · gray-haired · wrinkled · rocking-chair
nana
Informal term for grandmother
heritage · clan · bloodline · descendants · progeny · genealogy · dynasty · relations · kin · grandchildren
caregiver
One providing daily assistance
- affectionWarm emotional attachment
- comfortEase or soothing relief
- tendernessGentle, caring quality
warmth · compassion · love · gentleness · kindness · protection · guidance · patience · soothing · lullabies
advice
Guidance on decisions
- proverbsTraditional wisdom capsules
- insightDeep perceptive understanding
- experiencePractical knowledge from life
knowledge · understanding · guidance · discernment · traditions · remedies · recipes · folklore · lessons · sayings
senior
Higher in rank
- agedAdvanced in years
- octogenarianPerson in ninth decade
- nonagenarianPerson aged ninety-plus
silver-haired · old-timer · retiree · pensioner · elder · venerable · gray-haired · wrinkled · rocking-chair · spectacles
grandmammasgrandpapas
Fathers of parents
grandfathers · grandpas · granddaddies · granddads · pop-pops
grandmammasgranddaughters
Female offspring's female offspring
grandchildren · grandsons · great-grandchildren · grandkids · great-granddaughters