Definition

A daughter of your brother or sister, or the daughter of your brother-in-law or sister-in-law.

Example

My niece loves to play with her toys.

Conversation

I just got back from visiting my niece this weekend.

Oh, that's nice! How old is she now?

She's five, and she's so full of energy.

I bet she keeps you on your toes!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'niece' originates from Old French 'niece' (meaning daughter of a brother or sister), which in turn comes from Latin 'neptis' (meaning granddaughter or niece). The term refers specifically to the daughter of one's sibling.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word 'niece' which means the daughter of a brother or sister — this helps you remember that a niece is a sibling's daughter.

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