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telegrandparented

/ˈtɛli ˈɡrændˌpɛərəntɪd/adjectiveVerified New

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Also in: Bildschirmgroßgezogen (Deutsch) · pantabuelado (Español) · écranparenté (Français)

Describing a child raised with grandparents present chiefly through video calls.

The telegrandparented know their grandparents' ceiling, their reading glasses, and their call schedule better than their lap. Bonds form at 720p, sustained by birthdays streamed and homework shown. First physical hugs are performed like reunions, which they are.

Etym. — tele- + grandparented — grandparenthood delivered over distance.

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Coined by an anonymous contributor · AI-assisted · first submitted 2026-11-14 · published 2026-11-14

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