Your dad's cousin is generally referred to as your "first cousin once removed." This term indicates that there is a one-generation difference between you and your dad's cousin. Here's a breakdown of the relationship:
- Your dad's cousin is considered your "first cousin" because you share a set of grandparents with them.
- The "once removed" part comes from the fact that there is a one-generation gap between you and your dad's cousin. In other words, your dad's cousin is one generation above or below you in the family tree.
To clarify further:
- Your first cousins are your parents' siblings' children (your aunts' and uncles' kids).
- Your first cousin once removed can be your first cousin's child (your cousin's child) or your parent's first cousin (your dad's cousin).
The term "first cousin once removed" can sometimes be a bit confusing, but it's the standard way to describe this relationship in genealogy and family tree charts.