parade

¹pa·rade

noun \pə-ˈrād\

Definition of PARADE

1

: a pompous show : exhibition

2

a : the ceremonial formation of a body of troops before a superior officer b : a place where troops assemble regularly for parade

3

a : an informal procession b : a public procession c : a usually lengthy array or succession <a parade of visitors>

4

a : a place for strolling b : those who promenade

Examples of PARADE

1. the annual Thanksgiving Day parade
2. After the team won the championship, the city threw a parade for them.
3. The town will put on a parade.
4. The marching band lined up for the homecoming parade.

Origin of PARADE

French, from Middle French, from parer to prepare — more at pare

First Known Use: circa 1656

Related to PARADE

Synonyms: cortege, procession

Related Words: progress; callithump; column, line, string, train

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