march

⁴march

noun \ˈmärch\

Definition of MARCH

1

: a musical composition that is usually in duple or quadruple time with a strongly accentuated beat and that is designed or suitable to accompany marching

2

a (1) : the action of marching (2) : the distance covered within a specific period of time by marching (3) : a regular measured stride or rhythmic step used in marching b : forward movement : progress <the march of a movie toward the climax>

3

: an organized procession of demonstrators who are supporting or protesting something

— march·like \-ˌlīk\ adjective

— on the march

: moving steadily : advancing

First Known Use of MARCH

circa 1572

Other Music Terms

cacophony, chorister, concerto, counterpoint, madrigal, obbligato, presto, presto, refrain, riff, segue