What does NIECE mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. A daughter of ones brother or sister, or of ones brother-in-law or sister-in-law.

Pronunciations:

• US: /niːs/
• UK: /niːs/

Origin and Usage:

The word "niece" comes from the Old French word "niece" which means "niece, granddaughter". It was first used in English in the 14th century. The word is commonly used to refer to a female relative who is the daughter of ones brother or sister, or of ones brother-in-law or sister-in-law.

Synonyms:

• Brothers daughter
• Sisters daughter

Related Words:

• Natal
• Nadir
• Night
• Noble
• Nerve

Example Sentences:

1. Her niece is visiting her this weekend.
2. He loves spending time with his nieces and nephews.
3. She is very close to her niece and they talk on the phone every week.