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Word

grammy

Phoneticsgram·my

/ˈɡɹæmi/

Definitions

01music award

B1 · Music

n. a famous award given to musicians and singers for great work.

n. any of the statuettes awarded annually by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences for outstanding achievement in the music industry.

“The singer was so happy when she won her first Grammy for best new artist.”

“Winning a Grammy often results in a significant commercial boost, as the prestige associated with the award attracts global media attention and new listeners.”

Synonyms

02grandmother

B1

n. an informal name for your grandmother.

n. an informal term for a grandmother, primarily used within a family context.

“We are going to visit my Grammy this weekend to celebrate her birthday.”

“The children spent every summer at their Grammy's house in the countryside, where they enjoyed a freedom rarely found in the city.”

American English · Informal

Usage

Often used as a proper noun when addressing the person directly or referring to a specific family member.

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