Collocations for "aunt"
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word "aunt" in context.
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aunt
ⓘMost examples are given in US English. We have labeled exceptions as UK.n
- is the [best, nicest, most fun] aunt
- is my favorite aunt
- is my [crazy, mean] aunt
- dated: an old maiden aunt
- my aunt is coming to visit
- my Aunt [Gwen, Monica, Claire]
- aunt and [uncle, nephew, cousin]
- (all) her aunts and uncles (are coming)
- he was [raised, brought up] by his aunt (and uncle)
- Great Aunt [Sally, Mona]
- is my (great) aunt
- is my aunt on my [mother's, father's] side
'aunt' also found in these entries (note: many are not synonyms or translations):