tia

/ˈtiːə/
noun
  1. An aunt, especially in Spanish-speaking cultures; often used as a term of address or endearment for an older woman.
    • My tia always brings the best tamales to family gatherings.
    • Tia Maria taught me how to dance salsa when I was little.
    • We visited our tia in Mexico City during the summer break.
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