Search Dictionary
Definition of grandpappy

grandpappy

/ˈɡrændˌpæpi/
grand · pap · py
Plural:grandpappies
JUMP TO:

grandpappy Lexical Profile

grandpappy Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

American An informal or dialectal term for one's grandfather, used especially in the Southern and Appalachian regions of the United States.

Example

"His grandpappy taught him how to whittle cedar wood on the front porch."

2

American The oldest, largest, or most original example of its kind.

Example

"The Rose Bowl is famously known as the grandpappy of all college football bowl games."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for grandpappy
Antonyms
View all antonyms for grandpappy

• Nearby Words

grandniece
grandpa
grandpapa
grandpappy
grandparent
grandparental
grandparenthood

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Grandpappy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/grandpappy
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.