Noun
A decoration of the highest class in certain orders
Rafael Nadal received the Grand Cross of the Order of the 2nd of May.
The recipient of this decoration.
This person is a Grand Cross.
According to the protocol, the president shall wear the Grand Cross of the White Rose with collar on formal occasions. Source: Internet
In 2018, Macron awarded Cordier the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, the highest level of that prestigious national order. Source: Internet
Dowding was advanced to Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath on 8 October 1940. Source: Internet
He was invested as Knight of the Order of the Golden Fleece in Spain in 1923, Grand Cross of the Order of the Tower and Sword (Portugal) in 1927 and Knight of the Order of the Garter (United Kingdom) in 1935. Source: Internet
As a former Head of State and in recognition of her significant contribution towards human rights she was awarded the honour of Dame Grand Cross of Merit. Source: Internet
Awards and prizes While still in prison, in 1993, he was awarded a Grand Cross of the Portuguese Order of Liberty (GCL). Source: Internet