Grimaldi

American  

[gri-mahl-dee, -mawl-] / grɪˈmɑl di, -ˈmɔl- /

noun

1. Joseph, 1779–1837, English actor, mime, and clown.

2. a walled plain in the third quadrant of the face of the moon: about 120 miles (195 km) in diameter.

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Grimaldi ¹ British  

/ ɡrɪˈmɔːldɪ /

noun

1. a large crater in the SE quadrant of the moon, about 190 km in diameter, which is conspicuous because of its dark floor

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Grimaldi ² British  

/ ɡrɪˈmɔːldɪ /

noun

1. Joseph. 1779–1837, English actor, noted as a clown in pantomime

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Etymology

Origin of Grimaldi

named after Francesco Maria Grimaldi (1618–63), Italian physicist

Example Sentences

He will then visit the princely palace, the official residence of the Grimaldi dynasty since the 13th century, for a private meeting with Prince Albert.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

A second Grimaldi car carrier heading from Asia to the lucrative Middle Eastern market is still looking for somewhere to unload, while a third is trapped in the Gulf itself.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

At the Grimaldi Forum, named after Monaco's royal family, the Prince spoke in both English and French as he laid out what was at risk.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2025

“Everyone’s a little bit high-strung, which is understandable,” said Sara Grimaldi, 22, who has been working on youth voter engagement for a feminist group throughout the campaign.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 4, 2024

I know Mrs. Grimaldi, the lady who’s always sitting by her window, and the old guy who walks up and down the street whistling like a bird.

From "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio