1. a grandmother, especially one's paternal or maternal grandmother
Usage: archaic or literary
2. an old woman
Usage: archaic; often derogatory

Examples

• His granddam lived in the countryside for most of her life.
• The old granddam told stories of the village's early days.
• She visited her granddam every Sunday after church.
• In Shakespeare's plays, characters often refer to their granddam with affection.
• The granddam of the family was known for her wisdom and kindness.