grand prix

noun

ˈgräⁿ-ˈprē  ˈgrän-ˈprē 

plural grand prix also grands prix ˈgräⁿ-ˈprē(z) 

ˈgrän-ˈprē(z)

often capitalized G&P, often attributive

1

: the highest level of international equestrian competition

also : a contest at this level

2

: one of a series of international formula car races

also : a high-level competition in another sport (such as sailing) that is often part of a series

Examples of grand prix in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Most former Grand Prix bikes that reach auction have a racing provenance, but this one is an absolute unicorn – a grand prix racing bike untouched from new, with spares. —Mike Hanlon, New Atlas, 12 Jan. 2025

Ecclestone’s collection has a narrow focus—grand prix cars, specifically those with either rich racing pedigrees or those that are considered works of art. —Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2024

More Las Vegas Grand Prix coverage Inside F1 Las Vegas’ plans for a successful sequel — and no drain cover drama F1’s Las Vegas Strip Circuit: The layout and origins of America’s newest grand prix F1’s second Las Vegas GP bet is paying off. —Dan Santaromita, The Athletic, 23 Nov. 2024

McLaren has since won 20 Formula 1 world championships, 189 Formula 1 grands prix, the Indianapolis 500 three times, and the Le Mans 24 Hours at its first attempt. —Bruce Martin, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

French Grand Prix de Paris, an international horse race established 1863, literally, grand prize of Paris

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined at sense 1