grandfriend

English

Etymology

grand- +‎ friend

Noun

grandfriend (plural grandfriends)

1. A friend of the same generation or age as a grandparent.
   • 2000, Marcia Yannizze Melnyk, The Weekend Genealogist:

     One high school has “Senior Teas” on a fairly regular basis, bringing senior citizens and teenagers together in a social setting. Other communities have students adopt a senior citizen as a “grandfriend” and have regular get-togethers

   • 2004, The Social Studies Professional:

     To enter the contest, students 8-18 years interview a grandparent or grandfriend 50 years or older about the older persons hopes and goals through their life, how they achieved their goals and overcame obstacles ....

   • 2014, Alan Sorem, Lucy Scott’s Grand Stand: Age Is an Attitude, Not a Condition, page 52:

     “But I'm sure no one would object if I came as your grandfriend.” He looked puzzled, then beamed at me. “yes! My grandfriend! oh, and you're supposed to bring a treat.” “How about brownies?” “yes. My grandfriend and brownies.”

   • 2018, Amy Neumann, Simple Acts to Change the World: 500 Ways to Make a Difference, page 94:

     A grandfriend is someone from an older generation. These wise, grandparent-aged friends can help make life a little more fun—and impart wisdom you can't get anywhere else. There may be potential grandfriends in your community in assisted-living facilities.