English

aunt

ænt, eɪnt, ɑ(ː)nt, ɒnt, ɔnt
Meaning: the sister of one's father or mother
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: eɪnt, ɑ(ː)nt, ɒnt, ɔnt

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Example sentences

I went to visit my aunt in Boston.
I went to visit my aunt in Boston.
At first, my aunt may dislike the plan, but she can come around to it after the meeting.
At first, my aunt may dislike the plan, but she can come around to it after the meeting.
Members of the clan meet at my aunt's house every summer.
Members of the clan meet at my aunt's house every summer.
My aunt is in Alabama for a conference this week.
My aunt is in Alabama for a conference this week.
My aunt and I watch a soap opera after dinner.
My aunt and I watch a soap opera after dinner.

Usage Notes

Used for the sister of a parent or the wife of an uncle.

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