grand slam
The term "grand slam" signifies achieving a complete or major victory in various sports and games, symbolizing comprehensive success.
Definition
B2Baseball
A home run hit when all three bases are occupied, scoring four runs.
Example
- The player hit a grand slam in the final inning, securing the win for his team.
B2Tennis
Winning all four major championships (Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open) in a single calendar year.
Example
- Achieving a grand slam is considered one of the highest honors in tennis.
B2Golf
Winning all four major championships (The Masters, PGA Championship, U.S. Open, and The Open Championship) in a single calendar year.
Example
- The golfer aimed to complete a grand slam by winning the final major tournament of the year.
C1Bridge
Winning all thirteen tricks in one hand.
Example
- She bid confidently, aiming for a grand slam in the final round.
C1Auto Racing
(technical)Winning from pole position, leading every lap, and setting the fastest lap in a race.
Example
- The driver achieved a grand slam, dominating the entire race from start to finish.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "grand slam":
slam dunkhome runhit a home runslam piecehit it for sixswing for the fencestriple crowntriple whammyhit one out of the ballparkhit someone for six