Grandmother (noun)

1. The mother of one's parent.
2. A motherly or senior figure; an elder.

Origin:

From middle english grandmoder, grandmouder, from grand ("great, older") + mother.

Examples:

1. My grandmother was always there for me, offering love and support.
2. She would often tell me stories about her life and I would listen in awe.
3. I have fond memories of spending time with my grandmother during my childhood.
4. My grandmother was a great cook and I always looked forward to her meals.
5. I inherited my love for gardening from my grandmother, who had a green thumb.