the type of grandparent who has a warm, loving relationship with his or her grandchildren and takes on some of the day-to-day responsibilities for them, such as after-school care or financial assistance. Compare companionate grandparent; remote grandparent.
n. an inflammation of the pancreas, marked by severe abdominal pain and caused by biliary tract disorders (e.g., gallstones), alcoholism, viral infection, or reactions to certain drugs (e.g., some antipsychotic agents).