aunts

word · lemma: aunt

Definition

Female siblings of your parents, or the wives of your uncles. 'Aunts' is the plural form.

Usage & Nuances

'Aunts' refers to more than one 'aunt.' Can mean both blood relatives (your parent's sisters) and aunts by marriage (your uncle's wives). Not used for close family friends (in English, unlike some cultures with broader usage).

Example Sentences

My aunts live in different cities.

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Both of my aunts are teachers.

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We visited our aunts last weekend.

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My aunts always spoil me when I come to visit.

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All my aunts get together for family holidays.

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It’s hard to keep in touch with all my aunts now that everyone is busy.

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