(plural "grand") A thousand of some unit of currency, such as dollars or pounds. (Compare G.)

(plural "grands") A grand piano

Of a large size or extent; great.

“a grand army”

Great in size, and fine or imposing in appearance or impression; illustrious, dignified, magnificent.

“His simple vision has transformed into something far more grand.”

Having higher rank or more dignity, size, or importance than other persons or things of the same name.

“The Grand Viziers of the Ottoman Empire.”