Definition

Proper noun * The Holy Grail: In medieval legend, the Sangraal is the chalice or cup used by Jesus Christ at the Last Supper. It is often the object of a sacred quest, believed to possess miraculous powers.

Usage

• The word "Sangraal" is a literary and archaic variant of "Holy Grail." It is primarily used in historical, literary, or poetic contexts to refer to the legendary artifact.
• It is often capitalized as a proper noun.

Examples

• The knights embarked on a perilous quest to find the Sangraal.
• Many tales speak of the miraculous properties of the Sangraal.

Advanced Usage

• As a metaphor: While "Sangraal" itself is used literally for the artifact, its modern equivalent "Holy Grail" is commonly used metaphorically to mean an object or goal that is sought after for its great significance but is extremely difficult, if not impossible, to attain.
  • Example (using the metaphor with "Holy Grail"): Finding a cure for that disease is the Holy Grail of medical research.

Variants and Related Words

• Holy Grail (n): The modern and more common term for the Sangraal.
• Grail (n): A shortened form of "Holy Grail."
• Chalice (n): A large cup or goblet, typically used for drinking wine, especially in religious ceremonies. This is the object the Sangraal is described as being.

Synonyms

• Holy Chalice
• Sacred Cup

Notes on Meaning

The term "Sangraal" refers specifically to the legendary Christian relic. Its meaning does not extend to other types of cups or general goals; it is the name of a singular, mythical object. The pursuit of the Sangraal is a central theme in Arthurian legend.

Noun

1. (legend) chalice used by Christ at the Last Supper