grail
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/ɡreɪl/
A mythical cup said to have been used by Jesus at the Last Supper and sought by knights in the Arthurian legend.
For many, the grail of a perfect vacation is a beach with crystal-clear waters.
A highly sought-after or very important goal or achievement.
The discovery of a cure for the disease has become the grail of medical research.