Synonyms

grand master

American

[grand mas-ter] / ˈgrænd ˈmæs tər /

noun

Grand Master, the head of a military order of knighthood, a lodge, fraternal order, or the like.
Chess. Also Grand Master, grandmaster International Grand Master.
Also grandmaster a person at the highest level of ability or achievement in any field.

Grand Master British

noun

the title borne by the head of any of various societies, orders, and other organizations, such as the Templars or Freemasons, or the various martial arts

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The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures opened in 2021 with a retrospective dedicated to the grand master of Japanese animation.

From Barron's

He told reporters after a workout at his stable on Wednesday that becoming the first European-born grand master in sumo history was now the only thing on his mind.

From Barron's

He capped off a stunning year by beating grand master Hoshoryu in a play-off to clinch his first title in only his 14th tournament.

From Barron's

He served as grand master of the Orange Lodge at the height of the Troubles, between 1972 and 1998.

From BBC

Among other key distinctions, the Constantinian Order is attached to a crown, and its Grand Master is a would-be king.

From Slate

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