An informal, affectionate word for grandfather.
Informal variant of 'grandfather,' created by shortening and using '-ad' instead of '-father.' It's a colloquial form that emphasizes the familial, casual relationship.
Words like 'grandad' show how English speakers naturally create intimate, baby-talk versions of family words—'grandpa,' 'grandma,' 'grandad' are all informal ways of showing affection by making words shorter and more playful!
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