grand prize — The most important or valuable prize in a competition or contest
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The most important or valuable prize in a competition or contest
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɡrænd praɪz/
Example Sentences
- The grand prize for the cooking contest was a year's supply of kimchi.
- After entering 100 contests, he finally won a grand prize: a pencil.
- The grand prize of the scholarship program is full tuition coverage.
grand prize
NOUN[/ɡrænd praɪz/]
The most important or valuable prize in a competition or contest
The most important or valuable prize in a competition or contest
Behind the disguise lies the grand prize surprise!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Grand derives from French 'grand', meaning 'large and magnificent'. Prize originates from Old French 'pris', derived from the verb 'prendre' (to take, seize), referring to something taken or claimed as a reward. The compound 'grand prize' emerged as the primary or most prestigious award in a competition.
Breakdown
grand (French 'grand': large, magnificent) + prize (Old French 'pris': something seized or won, from 'prendre': to take). Together they form the noun phrase denoting the highest award.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The grand prize for the cooking contest was a year's supply of kimchi.”
“After entering 100 contests, he finally won a grand prize: a pencil.”
“The grand prize of the scholarship program is full tuition coverage.”
“She dreamed of winning the grand prize at the international piano competition.”
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