aunt

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Noun aunt has 1 sense

aunt, auntie, aunty - the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle
--₁ is a kind of kinswoman
Antonyms: uncle
--₁ has particulars: great-aunt, grandaunt; maiden aunt

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Aunt

An aunt is the sister of one's parent. This term refers to a female family member who typically holds a special and loving role within the extended family.

- Noun (Family Member): In a family tree, an aunt is a relative who is either the sister of one's mother (maternal aunt) or the sister of one's father (paternal aunt).

- Noun (Respectful Address): In some cultures, "Aunt" is also used as a respectful title or form of address for any older woman who is a close friend or mentor.

Sample Sentences:

1. My aunt Mary is coming to visit us next week. (Noun - Family Member)

2. Aunt Susan always spoils us with the most delicious homemade pies. (Noun - Family Member)

3. I'm going to visit Aunt Emily to hear some of her fascinating stories. (Noun - Respectful Address)