Technically, a 'cousin' is the child of your aunt or uncle, with whom you share a grandparent. For many the term 'cousin' is loosely applied to extended family.
I have quite a number of cousins, most of whom are significantly older than I am, as both my parents were younger siblings. Many of my first cousins were parents themselves when I was born!
Calculating the exact relationship of extended family can be tricky. Do you know the difference between a second cousin and a cousin once removed? Fortunately, many 'cousin calculators' exist, allowing us to quickly calculate the exact relationship. Below, from the FamilySearch website, is one such cousin calculator.
For a full explanation of how to use the calculator, see the FamilySearch blog 'Cousin Chart - How to Calculate Family Relationships' for more information.
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