noun
- something that is eagerly sought after but difficult to obtain
- the cup or chalice used by Jesus at the Last Supper, according to medieval legend
Usage: religious; historical
Examples
- Finding a cure for cancer has become the holy grail of medical research.
- The perfect work-life balance remains the grail for many professionals.
- According to legend, knights searched for the grail throughout the land.
- The startup’s grail was achieving profitability within two years.
- Medieval stories tell of the quest for the sacred grail.
- For collectors, that rare coin is the ultimate grail.